The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has announced the HEAL Initiative Advanced Postdoctoral-to-Independent Career Transition Award in Pain and Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Research, aimed at supporting the transition of postdoctoral researchers into independent faculty positions. This grant program, structured as a K99/R00 award, provides funding for up to two years of mentored training followed by three years of independent research funding, contingent upon successful completion of the initial phase. The initiative seeks to enhance the workforce in Pain and SUD research, addressing critical issues such as the opioid crisis and chronic pain management through innovative research involving human participants. Interested applicants must submit their proposals by March 11, 2025, and can find additional information and application details at the NIH grants website or contact NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov.