Kite’s Investigator-Sponsored Research (ISR) program supports scientifically meritorious proposals in its therapeutic areas. Applicants submit a concise online form, and approved studies receive drug supply, funding, or operational support under a formal agreement.
Eligibility Criteria:
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Organization Types: Clinics, universities, academic medical centers, cooperative groups, research institutes.
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Excluded Applicants: Individual physicians or private-practice groups; Kite/Gilead employees; persons debarred or ineligible for healthcare programs.
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Investigator Qualifications: Principal Investigator with a relevant advanced degree; for patient-involving studies, a valid medical license (or equivalent).
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Site Capabilities: Adequate technical, operational, and logistical resources to conduct the study.
Submission Requirements & Process:
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Online Submission: Complete and submit the ISR proposal form via Kite’s portal, providing a short synopsis of your research. All fields must be filled before submission.
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Scientific Merit & Budget: Proposals must generate new medical knowledge; budgets must be reasonable and aligned to the work proposed.
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Review: Cross-functional Kite committees (Medical, Regulatory, Operations) review submissions on a regular schedule.
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Timeline: Expect feedback—approval, questions, or rejection—within one month of submission.
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Agreement & Execution: Approved studies require a written support agreement. Sponsors must adhere to protocol-development and contract-execution deadlines. Kite does not guarantee support for any proposal.
Where to Go for Further Information & Submission:
Submit your ISR proposal and access guidance at Kite’s Investigator-Sponsored Research Portal.