Apr 21, 2025, 18:26

NCI Mentored Research Scientist Development Award

The NCI Mentored Research Scientist Development Award (K01) supports early career-stage researchers in cancer control, population sciences, and cancer prevention. Eligible applicants include postdoctoral scholars and non-tenured junior faculty (e.g., Assistant Professors). Applicants already promoted to Associate Professor or equivalent are not eligible.

Eligibility

You ARE eligible to submit a proposal if you:

Are a U.S. citizen, non-citizen national, or have been lawfully admitted for permanent residence
Are a postdoctoral fellow or non-tenured junior faculty (e.g., Assistant Professor or equivalent)
Commit a minimum of 9 person months (75%) full-time professional effort to the K01 Career Development Award
Plan to conduct research in either:
- Cancer Control and Population Sciences (include “NOT-CA-24-022” in box 4B of SF424 R&R form)
- Cancer Prevention (include “NOT-CA-24-023” in box 4B of SF424 R&R form)
Are within research areas aligned with NCI’s scientific scope for cancer control or prevention

Grant Term and Budget

Duration: Up to 5 years (non-renewable)
Salary: Up to 100,000 USD per year + fringe benefits
Research Development Support: Up to 50,000 USD per year (includes tuition/fees, supplies, travel, statistical services)
Indirect Costs: 8%
Ancillary Personnel Support (e.g., mentors, admin): Not allowed

Application Deadlines

Cycle 1: New – February 12 | Resubmission – March 12 | Earliest Start – December
Cycle 2: New – June 12 | Resubmission – July 12 | Earliest Start – April
Cycle 3: New – October 12 | Resubmission – November 12 | Earliest Start – July

Applications due by 5:00 PM local time. Deadlines falling on weekends/holidays move to next business day.

Review Process

Applications are reviewed by:

The Center for Scientific Review (CSR) and the National Cancer Institute (NCI)
A Special Emphasis Panel (SEP) convened by the Division of Extramural Activities
The National Cancer Advisory Board (NCAB)

Important Notes

The K01 project must be distinct from the mentor’s research grants.
A strong, credible plan for transition to independence is required.
Institutional commitment to career development must be evident.
Applications must be submitted electronically following the SF424(R&R) Application Guide.
Deviations from guide instructions should follow program-specific details in the NOFO.

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