Conquer Cancer, the ASCO Foundation, offers a Young Investigator Award in ALK-positive cancer through its 2027 special competitions. This mentored funding opportunity supports physicians transitioning from oncology training to academic research careers.
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants must hold an MD, DO or international equivalent; MD/PhD applicants must complete both degrees before funding begins.
- Physicians working in any country may apply.
- Applicants must be in their final two years of oncology subspecialty training, an eligible first-year protected research programme, or their first year of an initial full-time academic faculty appointment.
- Generally, applicants must be within 10 years of receiving their medical degree; specified exceptions may apply.
- An active medical licence in the country where research will take place is required.
- Applicants must work in an oncology research setting and identify a mentor at their sponsoring institution.
- ASCO membership, or a membership application submitted with the grant application, is required.
- At least 60% of professional time must be devoted to research overall during the award.
Funding Details
- Award: $50,000 USD.
- Duration: One year.
- Supports personnel, research expenses and eligible travel to the Conquer Cancer Grants & Awards Ceremony.
- Other funding is permitted without scientific or budgetary overlap.
Deadline
- March 11, 2027 — the specific deadline listed for the ALK-positive cancer competition.