Young Investigator Award
The Young Investigator Award from Conquer Cancer - the ASCO Foundation funds mentored, innovative clinical oncology research by early-career physician-scientists transitioning to faculty roles.
Funder: Conquer Cancer - the ASCO Foundation
Due Dates: September 10, 2026: Full application deadline | November 17, 2026: Post-submission materials deadline #1 | January 28, 2027: Post-submission materials deadline #2
Funding Amounts: $50,000 total for one year; supports research costs, personnel, and limited travel; paid in two installments.
Summary: Supports early-career physician investigators transitioning from fellowship to faculty through mentored research in clinical oncology.
Key Information: Open to U.S. and international applicants; ASCO membership required; 60% research effort commitment during award.
Description
The Young Investigator Award (YIA) from Conquer Cancer, the ASCO Foundation, is a prestigious, competitive, one-year grant designed to support early-career physician-scientists as they transition from fellowship or oncology subspecialty training to a faculty role. The award aims to foster high-quality, innovative research in clinical oncology under the guidance of an experienced mentor, providing both financial support and professional development. The YIA is open to applicants from around the world and accepts proposals in all areas of cancer research, with a strong emphasis on projects with clear translational or clinical relevance.
