Mentored Research Scientist Development Award (Parent K01 - Independent Clinical Trial Required)

The NIH Mentored Research Scientist Development Award (K01) provides support and protected time for three to five years for an intensive, supervised career development experience in the biomedical, behavioral, or clinical sciences leading to research independence. This program is designed to help researchers develop the skills and expertise necessary to become independent investigators. Some NIH Institutes and Centers use the K01 award specifically for individuals who propose to train in a new field or for individuals who have had a hiatus in their research career because of illness or pressing family circumstances. The award offers comprehensive support during the critical early stages of a research career, helping mentored scientists transition to independent research positions. Participating NIH Institutes and Centers utilize this mechanism to foster the development of the next generation of research scientists across diverse biomedical and behavioral research areas.