The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is offering the Independent Scientist Award (K02), a federal grant aimed at supporting the development of newly independent scientists in their research careers. This award provides salary support for a period of three to five years, allowing recipients to focus intensively on their research without leading independent clinical trials. The program is designed to foster a diverse pool of skilled scientists to address biomedical, behavioral, and clinical research needs, particularly encouraging applications from underrepresented groups in the research community. Interested applicants must hold a doctoral degree, demonstrate independent research support, and commit at least 75% of their professional time to the project. The application deadline is May 7, 2027, and further details can be found at NIH Grants. For inquiries, applicants can contact NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov.