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NCI Research Specialist (Clinician Scientist) Award (R50 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

National Institutes of Health · Opportunity PAR-27-089 · Award amount: see the official listing

AgencyNational Institutes of Health

Opportunity NumberPAR-27-089

Award FloorNot stated in the listing

Award CeilingNot stated in the listing

Cost Sharing / MatchingNot required by the listing

Application DeadlineNo fixed deadline — see the official listing

Last Updated on Grants.govMay 6, 2026

Who Can ApplyState governments, County governments, City / township governments, Regional organizations, U.S. territories & freely associated states, Independent school districts, Federally recognized tribal governments, Public housing authorities, Native American tribal organizations, Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status, Nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status, Private colleges / universities, For-profit organizations, Small businesses, Other applicants

Eligibility

Other Eligible ApplicantsIndian/Native American Tribal Governments (Other than Federally Recognized);Eligible Agencies of the Federal Government;U.S. Territory or Possession;Faith-based or Community-based Organizations;Regional Organization

Eligibility text quoted from the official Grants.gov listing.

About This Opportunity

This notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) invites grant applications for the Research Specialist Award (R50) specifically for clinician scientists supporting NCI-funded clinical trials research. The Research Specialist Award is designed to encourage the development of stable research career opportunities for exceptional clinician scientists who want to continue to participate in the NCI clinical trials networks through leadership in the 1) development of national clinical trials, 2) implementati …

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