Independent Scientist Award (Parent K02 - Independent Clinical Trial Required)
ID: 353756Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/353756

Additional Information

http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PA-24-178.html
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    Description

    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is offering the Independent Scientist Award (Parent K02 - Independent Clinical Trial Required) to support the development of independent research scientists in the health sector. This grant provides three to five years of salary support and "protected time" for newly independent scientists who demonstrate a need for focused research, specifically for those proposing to lead an independent clinical trial or related studies. The program aims to ensure a diverse group of skilled scientists can effectively address critical biomedical and clinical research needs, with eligibility extending to various institutions and organizations, including historically black colleges and universities and tribal colleges. Interested applicants must submit their proposals by May 8, 2027, and can find additional information at NIH Grants or contact NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov for further inquiries.

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    grantsinfo@nih.gov
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    The NIH Independent Scientist Award (K02) aims to support the development of independent research scientists, enabling them to make significant contributions to their fields. This funding opportunity provides long-term salary support of three to five years for candidates who demonstrate the need for focused research time. Eligible applicants must hold a doctoral degree, possess peer-reviewed independent research support at the award's onset, and commit at least 75% of their time to research activities. This announcement emphasizes research involving clinical trials and the necessity for applicants to align their proposals with the interests of participating NIH Institutes and Centers. Notably, applicants without plans for a clinical trial should apply to a companion announcement. Critical components include eligibility, application requirements, review criteria focusing on the candidate's capabilities, and institutional commitment to their research career development. All applications must adhere strictly to NIH guidelines to ensure compliance, with a final due date of May 8, 2027, for application submissions. The program's intent is to ensure a diverse group of skilled scientists can address critical biomedical and clinical research needs effectively.
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