Part of the High-Risk, High-Reward Research program, the award supports outstanding junior scientists with the intellect, scientific creativity, drive, and maturity bypass the traditional postdoctoral training period to launch independent research careers.
Applicant citizenship:
Host country: United States
Years since PhD: 0-1
Award: $1 250 000
Award Duration (years): 5
Research costs:
Benefits:
Mobility rule: No
Subjects: Life Sciences
Additional comments: LIMITED SUBMISSION (limit 2 applications from JHU): The NIH Common Fund has established the NIH Director's Early Independence Award to provide a mechanism for exceptional early career scientists to move rapidly into independent research positions at U.S. institutions by essentially omitting the traditional post-doctoral training period. Must be within 12 months of terminal research degree and in non-independent position at time of submission. Need support & commitment of host institution. Awards up to $250K per year for 5 years. ($1,250,000 over five years)
How to apply? For further eligibility requirements and the application process, please visit: Official Funding website
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