Independent Scientist Award (Parent K02 - Independent Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
The purpose of the NIH Independent Scientist Award (K02) is to foster the development of outstanding scientists and enable them to expand their potential to make significant contributions to their field of research. The K02 award provides three to five years of salary support and "protected time" for newly independent scientists who can demonstrate the need for a period of intensive research focus as a means of enhancing their research careers. Each independent scientist career award program must be tailored to meet the individual needs of the candidate.This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) 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 to this FOA are permitted to propose research experience in a clinical trial led by another investigator. Applicants proposing a clinical trial or an ancillary clinical trial as lead investigator, should apply to the companion FOA
Last confirmed Oct 13, 2026 · Grants.gov
Independent Scientist Award (Parent K02 - Independent Clinical Trial Not Allowed): Eligibility, Deadline, and Award Questions
Who is eligible for Independent Scientist Award (Parent K02 - Independent Clinical Trial Not Allowed)?
Independent Scientist Award (Parent K02 - Independent Clinical Trial Not Allowed) eligibility includes eligible applicants named in the notice. Geographic eligibility is national or notice-specific geography; applicants should confirm the source notice before applying.
What is the deadline for Independent Scientist Award (Parent K02 - Independent Clinical Trial Not Allowed)?
Independent Scientist Award (Parent K02 - Independent Clinical Trial Not Allowed) has a listed deadline of May 7, 2027. Grant deadlines can change, so verify the current date with National Institutes of Health before submitting.
How much funding is available for Independent Scientist Award (Parent K02 - Independent Clinical Trial Not Allowed)?
Independent Scientist Award (Parent K02 - Independent Clinical Trial Not Allowed) lists an award size of not disclosed. Award ranges and total program funding are reported from the source metadata when available.
Who funds Independent Scientist Award (Parent K02 - Independent Clinical Trial Not Allowed)?
Independent Scientist Award (Parent K02 - Independent Clinical Trial Not Allowed) is funded by National Institutes of Health. GrantSonar tracks the notice with source ID 353758 from grants_gov.
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