Mentored Career Transition Award for Intramural Fellows (K22 Clinical Trials 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

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
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    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is offering the Mentored Career Transition Award for Intramural Fellows (K22), aimed at supporting postdoctoral fellows in the National Institute of Mental Health's (NIMH) intramural program as they transition to independent academic positions. This two-phase program includes a mentored intramural phase lasting 1-2 years, followed by a mentored extramural phase of up to 3 years, focusing on developing research skills and establishing an independent research career, with a requirement for applicants to propose independent clinical trials or ancillary studies. The funding includes salary contributions of up to $90,000 for PhDs and $100,000 for MDs, along with $50,000 in annual research expenses, with applications due by March 12, 2026. For further inquiries, interested applicants can contact NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov.

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    The NIH's "Mentored Career Transition Award for Intramural Fellows" (K22) aims to support postdoctoral fellows in the National Institute of Mental Health's (NIMH) intramural program in transitioning to independent academic positions. This two-phase program includes a mentored intramural phase (1-2 years) followed by a mentored extramural phase (up to 3 years), focusing on developing research skills and establishing an independent research career. Applicants must propose independent clinical trials or ancillary studies as part of their research and career development plan, with strict adherence to application guidelines outlined in the NOFO (PAR-23-150). Eligibility requirements emphasize the importance of mentorship, institutional commitment, and clearly defined career development goals. Funding includes salary contributions of up to $90,000 for PhDs and $100,000 for MDs, along with $50,000 in research expenses annually. The document underscores the NIHM's commitment to fostering a diverse pool of potential researchers while advancing significant biomedical research, aligning with federal priorities for health-related career development.
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