Maximizing Opportunities for Scientific and Academic Independent Careers (MOSAIC) Postdoctoral Career Transition Award to Promote Diversity (K99/R00 - Independent Clinical Trial Required)
Grant Opportunity Analysis
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is offering the Maximizing Opportunities for Scientific and Academic Independent Careers (MOSAIC) Postdoctoral Career Transition Award (K99/R00) to promote diversity among early-career independent investigators. This program aims to support individuals from underrepresented backgrounds in transitioning to independent faculty positions, providing up to two years of mentored training followed by up to three years of independent research funding contingent upon securing a faculty role. The initiative is crucial for enhancing the diversity and effectiveness of the biomedical research workforce by addressing systemic barriers and fostering inclusive environments. Interested applicants can find more information and guidelines at the NIH website, with applications accepted from August 7, 2024, until September 8, 2027. For inquiries, contact NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov.
Eligible Applicants
Other Eligible Applicants include the following: Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Serving Institutions; Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institutions (AANAPISISs); Eligible Agencies of the Federal Government; Faith-based or Community-based Organizations; Hispanic-serving Institutions; Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs); Indian/Native American Tribal Governments (Other than Federally Recognized); Non-domestic (non-U.S.) Entities (Foreign Organizations); Regional Organizations; Tribally Controlled Colleges and Universities (TCCUs) ; U.S. Territory or Possession; Non-domestic (non-U.S.) Entities (Foreign Organizations) are not eligible to apply. Non-domestic (non-U.S.) components of U.S. Organizations are not eligible to apply. Foreign components, as defined in the NIH Grants Policy Statement, are allowed.