NCI Continuing Umbrella of Research Experiences (CURE) Mentored Clinical Scientist Research Career Development Award (K08 Clinical Trial Required)
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National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

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Others

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Health

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Grant

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Discretionary

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Yes
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    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is offering the NCI Continuing Umbrella of Research Experiences (CURE) Mentored Clinical Scientist Research Career Development Award (K08), aimed at training individuals with clinical doctoral degrees for impactful careers in health-related research, particularly in cancer studies. This program is designed to support individuals from underrepresented backgrounds in health-related sciences, providing them with a mentored research career development experience over a period of 3 to 5 years, focusing on biomedical, behavioral, and clinical research, including clinical trials. Successful applicants are expected to commit at least 75% of their time to the project and will receive funding for salary and research-related expenses, with applications due at specific intervals starting January 12, 2025. For further information, interested parties can contact NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov, and additional details can be found at the provided link: https://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PAR-24-319.html.

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    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is offering the NCI Continuing Umbrella of Research Experiences (CURE) Mentored Clinical Scientist Research Career Development Award (K08), aimed at training individuals with clinical doctoral degrees for impactful careers in health-related research, particularly in cancer studies. This program particularly encourages applications from diverse backgrounds to enhance representation in the research workforce. Successful candidates will undergo a mentored research career development experience over 3-5 years, focusing on biomedical, behavioral, and clinical research, including clinical trials. The funding opportunity is specifically for those planning to lead independent clinical trials or related studies. Eligible applicants need to commit at least 75% of their time to the project and have a strong mentoring structure. The total project period can be up to five years with funding supporting salary and research-related expenses. Applications are due at specific intervals, commencing January 12, 2025, emphasizing the importance of early submission for adequacy in error corrections. The program prioritizes adherence to all NIH guidelines and encourages strategies that will ultimately improve public health outcomes. This initiative reflects NIH's commitment to fostering diversity and addressing cancer health disparities in underserved populations.
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