International Research Scientist Development Award (K01 Independent Clinical Trial Required)

International Research Scientist Development Award (K01 Independent Clinical Trial Required)

Due Date: 03/09/2026

3–5 years of mentored support for advanced U.S. postdocs or junior faculty to lead an independent clinical trial in a low- or middle-income country (LMIC).

Eligibility criteria:

  • U.S. citizen, non-citizen national, or U.S. permanent resident, ≥2 years post-doctorate.

  • Applicant organization is a U.S. higher education institution; foreign organizations are not eligible.

  • Primary U.S. mentor at applicant institution and primary LMIC mentor required.

  • Commit ≥75% effort (9 person-months) to the award.

  • In-country requirement: ≥50% cumulative effort over the project period in the LMIC and ≥3 months in the LMIC each year.

  • Must propose an independent clinical trial (or feasibility/ancillary trial) led by the applicant.

Funding details:

  • Salary support up to $100,000 per year plus fringe.

  • Research development support up to $40,000 per year.

  • Indirect costs at 8% of modified total direct costs.

  • Project period 3–5 years.

Deadline:

  • March 9, 2026, by 5:00 PM local time of the applicant organization.

Where to go for further information: