This grant is for early-stage postdoctoral researchers aiming to become independent investigators within the cancer research field. The National Cancer Institute (NCI) is offering the Pathway to Independence Award (K99/R00) to build a strong cohort of new, talented, NCI-supported researchers. This program facilitates a timely transition for postdoctoral fellows from mentored positions to independent tenure-track faculty roles, providing essential NCI research support. It is specifically designed for individuals with research or clinical doctoral degrees who are prepared to lead independent clinical trials, clinical trial feasibility studies, or ancillary clinical trials as part of their career development. Researchers in cancer control, cancer prevention, and cancer data sciences are particularly encouraged to apply.
Opportunity ID: 350944
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | PAR-23-287 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | NCI Pathway to Independence Award for Early-Stage Postdoctoral Researchers (K99/R00 – Independent Clinical Trial Required) |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Education Health |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 93.398 — Cancer Research Manpower |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Nov 09, 2023 |
| Last Updated Date: | Nov 09, 2023 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Oct 14, 2026 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Oct 14, 2026 |
| Archive Date: | Nov 19, 2026 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | – |
| Award Floor: | – |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | County governments Independent school districts Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities Small businesses City or township governments Private institutions of higher education Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) For profit organizations other than small businesses Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) State governments Special district governments |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Other Eligible Applicants include the following: Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Serving Institutions; Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institutions (AANAPISISs); Eligible Agencies of the Federal Government; Faith-based or Community-based Organizations; Hispanic-serving Institutions; Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs); Indian/Native American Tribal Governments (Other than Federally Recognized); Non-domestic (non-U.S.) Entities (Foreign Organizations); Regional Organizations; Tribally Controlled Colleges and Universities (TCCUs) ; U.S. Territory or Possession; Non-domestic (non-U.S.) Entities (Foreign Institutions) are not eligible to apply. Non-domestic (non-U.S.) components of U.S. Organizations are not eligible to apply. Foreign components, as defined in the NIH Grants Policy Statement, are allowed. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | National Institutes of Health |
| Description: | The purpose of the NCI Pathway to Independence Award for Early-Stage Postdoctoral Researchers (K99/R00) program is to increase and maintain a strong cohort of new and talented, NCI-supported, independent investigators. This program is designed for postdoctoral fellows with research and/or clinical doctoral degrees who do not require an extended period of mentored research training beyond their doctoral degrees. The objective of this award is to facilitate a timely transition of these fellows from their mentored, postdoctoral research positions to independent tenure-track (or equivalent) faculty positions. The program will provide independent NCI research support during this transition to help awardees to launch competitive, independent research careers. Researchers in the scientific areas of cancer control, cancer prevention and cancer data sciences are especially encouraged to work with their institutions to apply. This notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) is designed specifically for candidates proposing to serve as the lead investigator of an independent clinical trial, a clinical trial feasibility study, or a separate ancillary clinical trial, as part of their research and career development. Those not planning an independent clinical trial, or proposing to gain research experience in a clinical trial led by another investigator, must apply to the ‘Independent Clinical Trial Not Allowed’ companion NOFO (PAR-23-286). |
| Link to Additional Information: | https://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PAR-23-287.html |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
NIH Grants Information
grantsinfo@nih.gov Email:grantsinfo@nih.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
Related Documents
Folder 350944 Full Announcement-PAR-23-287 -> PAR-23-287-Full-Announcement.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | NIH Grants Information grantsinfo@nih.gov Email: grantsinfo@nih.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FORMS-H | Use for due dates on or before January 24, 2025 | PKG00283761 | Jan 14, 2024 | Jan 24, 2025 | View | |
| FORMS-I | Use for due dates on or after January 25, 2025 | PKG00289157 | Nov 27, 2024 | Oct 14, 2026 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
350944 RR_SF424_5_0-5.0.pdf
350944 PHS398_CoverPageSupplement_5_0-5.0.pdf
350944 RR_OtherProjectInfo_1_4-1.4.pdf
350944 PerformanceSite_4_0-4.0.pdf
350944 RR_KeyPersonExpanded_4_0-4.0.pdf
350944 RR_Budget10_3_0-3.0.pdf
350944 PHS398_CareerDevelopmentAwardSup_6_0-6.0.pdf
350944 PHSHumanSubjectsAndClinicalTrialsInfo_3_0-3.0.pdf
Optional forms
350944 RR_SubawardBudget10_30_3_0-3.0.pdf
350944 PHS_AssignmentRequestForm_4_0-4.0.pdf
Package 2
Mandatory forms
350944 RR_SF424_5_0-5.0.pdf
350944 PHS398_CoverPageSupplement_5_0-5.0.pdf
350944 RR_OtherProjectInfo_1_4-1.4.pdf
350944 PerformanceSite_4_0-4.0.pdf
350944 RR_KeyPersonExpanded_4_0-4.0.pdf
350944 RR_Budget10_3_0-3.0.pdf
350944 PHS398_CareerDevelopmentAwardSup_6_0-6.0.pdf
350944 PHSHumanSubjectsAndClinicalTrialsInfo_3_0-3.0.pdf
Optional forms
350944 RR_SubawardBudget10_30_3_0-3.0.pdf
350944 PHS_AssignmentRequestForm_3_0-3.0.pdf
Share This Post, Choose Your Platform!
About the Author: osnqt
