Jul 15, 2025, 09:05

AACR Immuno-Oncology Research Fellowship

The AACR Immuno-Oncology Research Fellowship provides $130,000 USD over two years to support postdoctoral or clinical research fellows conducting basic, translational, clinical, or population-science investigations in immuno-oncology. Funds cover salary and benefits, with a portion available for non-personnel research expenses.

Eligibility Criteria:

Hold a doctoral degree (PhD, MD, MD/PhD, or equivalent) conferred on or after November 1, 2020.
At the start of the grant term (November 1, 2025), occupy a mentored research position titled postdoctoral fellow, clinical research fellow, or equivalent.
Mentored position must be confirmed at time of application and not contingent on fellowship award; changing institutions requires prior AACR RGA approval ([email protected]).
Applicants with medical degrees must have completed their residency or doctoral degree—whichever is later—within the past five years.
Must work under the auspices of an academic, medical, or research institution worldwide.
Must be an AACR member in good standing by the application deadline (dues waived for Associate members and in capacity-building countries).
No citizenship or geographic restrictions, provided visa status allows completion of the two-year term.

Funding Details:

Total Award: $130,000 USD over two years (November 1, 2025 – October 31, 2027).
Use of Funds: Minimum 50% for fellow salary and benefits; up to 50% may cover research/laboratory supplies, equipment, publication charges, and other project-related expenses.
No indirect costs allowed.

Deadline:

Submit your application by July 29, 2025, 1:00 PM U.S. Eastern Time.

Where to Go for Further Information & Submission:

Program Guidelines & Application Instructions: Download from the AACR website.
Online Submission: Via ProposalCentral (search “AACR Immuno-Oncology Research Fellowship”).
Questions:
- Research & Grants Administration: [email protected]
- AACR Membership: [email protected]