American Cancer Society Research Scholar Grants
The Research Scholar Grants (RSG) support independent, self-directed investigators—within 10 years of their first full-time faculty appointment—to pursue investigator-initiated cancer research across ACS priority areas, funding salary, consumables, and related research expenses.
Eligibility Criteria:
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U.S. academic institution or eligible non-profit affiliation
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First appointed as independent, full-time faculty < 10 years ago (extensions for leaves on request at least 6 weeks before deadline: [email protected])
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PI on no more than one R01 or R01-equivalent grant at time of application
Funding Details:
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Duration: Up to 4 years
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Budget: Up to $215,000 USD/year direct costs + 10% indirect costs
Key Dates & Application Process:
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Deadlines: June 1, 2025 & December 1, 2025 (next business day if on weekend/holiday)
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How to Apply:
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Submit Letter of Intent via ProposalCentral by the deadline
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Invited applicants submit full proposal in ProposalCentral
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Peer review by ACS Scientific Advisory Committee
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Primary Contact:
American Cancer Society Research Grants Office
[email protected]
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