NCI Transition Career Development Award to Promote Diversity (K22 Independent Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
ID: 335647Type: 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/335647

Additional Information

http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PAR-21-301.html
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    Description

    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is offering the NCI Transition Career Development Award to Promote Diversity (K22), aimed at supporting postdoctoral fellows or individuals in equivalent positions as they transition to assistant professor roles in biomedical research, particularly in cancer research. This grant seeks to enhance diversity within the NCI-funded cancer research workforce by providing funding for salary and research support for up to three years, specifically targeting individuals from underrepresented groups in biomedical fields, such as African Americans and Hispanics. The program emphasizes the development of a structured career plan to help awardees secure independent research positions and apply for NIH grants, while independent clinical trials are not permitted under this funding opportunity. Interested applicants must submit their proposals by January 7, 2025, and can direct inquiries to the NIH OER Webmaster at OERWebmaster03@od.nih.gov for further information.

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    OERWebmaster03@od.nih.gov
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    The NCI Transition Career Development Award to Promote Diversity (K22) aims to support postdoctoral fellows or individuals transitioning to assistant professor roles in biomedical research, particularly in cancer research. This initiative targets enhancing diversity within the NCI-funded cancer research workforce by providing funding for salary and research support for up to three years. Eligible candidates include those from groups underrepresented in biomedical fields, such as African Americans, Hispanics, and individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds. The award emphasizes a structured career development plan that encourages awardees to secure independent research positions and apply for NIH or equivalent grants. While independent clinical trials are not allowed under this FOA, experience in clinical trials as led by others is permitted. The program aims to foster a diverse and competitive workforce capable of addressing significant health disparities and advancing cancer research. Applications must adhere to strict guidelines and timelines, with a focus on demonstrating scientific merit, career potential, and institutional support to ensure effective professional development and transitions to independent research roles. Overall, this funding opportunity plays a crucial role in the NIH’s broader mission to cultivate innovation and diversity within the biomedical research community.
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