ASCO Young Investigator Award for Veteran Cancer
The Young Investigator Award for Veteran Cancer provides $50,000 to support physicians in the last two years of oncology subspecialty training as they transition to faculty, with either U.S. Veteran status or a research focus on Veteran cancer issues. This mentored award funds patient-oriented clinical or translational research under an experienced mentor.
Eligibility Criteria:
General Requirements
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Physician (MD, DO, or equivalent) in the final 2 years of oncology subspecialty training (e.g., hematology-oncology, surgical oncology, radiation oncology) at a U.S. academic institution
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≤10 years since medical degree (exceptions for MD/PhD if both degrees completed prior to award)
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Planning an investigative career in clinical oncology
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Valid, active medical license in the U.S.
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Working in an oncology laboratory or clinical research setting
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Institutional mentor required (if not ASCO member, include ASCO member support letter)
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ASCO member or submitted membership application (visit asco.org/membership)
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≥60% protected research effort during award period
Veteran-Specific Criteria (one required)
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Applicant is a U.S. Veteran (per VA definition); or research focuses on veteran cancer issues.
Funding Details:
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Award Amount: $50,000 (one-year grant)
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Use of Funds: Research personnel, supplies, and travel to the ASCO Annual Meeting Grants & Awards Ceremony
Key Dates:
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Deadline: March 12, 2026, 11:59 PM EDT
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Award Term: Typically begins the following July 1 and runs one year
Further Information:
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For questions, email [email protected]
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