NIDA Mentored Clinical Scientist Development Program Award in Substance Use and Substance Use Disorder Research (K12 Clinical Trial Optional)

This funding opportunity announcement (FOA) from the National Institutes of Health encourages applications for institutional research career development (K12) programs that propose to support intensive supervised research training and career development experiences for clinician scientists (Scholars) leading to research independence in the area of substance use and substance use disorder research. The program is designed to develop the next generation of clinical researchers in addiction science through structured mentorship and career development support. The K12 mechanism provides funding to institutions to develop and implement comprehensive career development programs for early-stage clinical researchers. This award aims to enhance the pool of well-trained, independent clinical investigators focused on advancing substance use and substance use disorder research.