Young Investigator Award
The Young Investigator Award from Conquer Cancer - the ASCO Foundation supports early-career oncology physicians in conducting mentored, innovative cancer research as they transition to faculty roles.
Funder: Conquer Cancer - the ASCO Foundation
Due Dates: September 10, 2026 (Full application) | November 17, 2026 (Post-submission materials #1) | January 28, 2027 (Post-submission materials #2) | March 11, 2027 (Special Competitions)
Funding Amounts: $50,000 total for one year; supports research expenses, personnel, and travel.
Summary: Mentored award for early-career oncology physicians to conduct innovative cancer research during the transition to faculty.
Key Information: U.S. and international applicants eligible; must be within 10 years of medical degree and meet specific career stage requirements.
Description
The Young Investigator Award (YIA) from Conquer Cancer – the ASCO Foundation provides one-year, mentored funding to promising early-career physicians pursuing clinical or translational oncology research. The award is intended to support those transitioning from fellowship or subspecialty training to their first academic faculty appointment. All areas of cancer research are eligible, and both U.S. and international applicants may apply. The program is highly competitive and emphasizes mentorship, project feasibility, and the potential for career development in oncology.
