Mentored Research Scientist Development Award (Parent K01 - Independent Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

Background
The NIH Mentored Research Scientist Development Award (K01) provides support and protected time for an intensive, supervised career development experience in the biomedical, behavioral, or clinical sciences leading to research independence. Some participating NIH Institutes and Centers use the K01 award for individuals who propose to train in a new field or have had a hiatus in their research career due to illness or family circumstances. Other ICs use the K01 to support career development in specific fields.

Grant Details
The award provides salary and research support for a sustained period of 3-5 years under the guidance of an experienced mentor, leading to research independence. The award is designed specifically for applicants proposing research that does not involve leading an independent clinical trial, a clinical trial feasibility study, or a separate ancillary clinical trial. Applicants proposing a clinical trial or an ancillary clinical trial as lead investigator should apply to the companion NOFO (PA-24-175).

Eligibility Requirements
Eligible applicants include higher education institutions, nonprofits, for-profit organizations, state and local governments, federal agencies, and others. The candidate must have a research or health-professional doctoral degree and commit at least 75% of full-time professional effort to their program of career development. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Period of Performance
The total project period may not exceed 5 years.

Grant Value
The award budgets are composed of salary and other program-related expenses. The participating NIH Institutes and Centers will provide salary and fringe benefits for the award recipient. Indirect Costs are reimbursed at 8% of modified total direct costs.