Fondazione AIRC: Next Gen Clinician Scientist Grant
The Next Gen Clinician Scientist Grant by Fondazione AIRC supports talented physician-scientists committed to optimizing clinical practice in oncology. Projects may focus on academic-driven clinical trials, biomarkers, diagnostics, surgery, radiotherapy, and patient stratification. The program helps clinician-scientists establish independent lines of clinical research at Italian institutions.
Eligibility Criteria:
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Applicants must hold a medical degree (MD)
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Must be 45 years old or younger by June 17, 2024 (born on or after June 17, 1978)
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Must have a strong research track record (at least 5 first/last/corresponding author papers in the last 5 years)
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The project must be carried out at a research institution in Italy
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Applicants must dedicate at least 50% of their time to the project
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A pre-submission inquiry is mandatory
Funding Details:
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Duration: 5 years
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Total funding: up to 1,500,000 EUR (average 300,000 EUR per year)
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Start date: July 1, 2025
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Year 4 and 5 are contingent on a successful mid-term review in year 3
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Covers direct research costs, salaries for early-career personnel, and limited overheads (PI salary not covered)
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Cannot fund company-driven trials or purely basic research
Deadline:
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June 20, 2025
More Information:
Visit AIRC Funding Portal
Contact: [email protected]
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