Opportunity
Simpler Grants.gov #22-603
NSF Mid-Career Advancement Grant for Scientists and Engineers
Buyer
National Science Foundation
Posted
June 11, 2022
Respond By
March 01, 2027
Identifier
22-603
NAICS
541715
This opportunity from the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) seeks proposals for the Mid-Career Advancement (MCA) grant program: - Government Buyer: - U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) - Program Overview: - Supports mid-career scientists and engineers with protected time, resources, and skill development - Encourages interdisciplinary research and partnerships, often at institutions other than the applicant's home institution - Eligibility: - Open to U.S.-based non-profit, non-academic organizations and accredited institutions of higher education - Researchers in the Directorates for Biological Sciences, Geosciences, Social, Behavioral and Economic Sciences, and STEM Education - Specific eligibility restrictions based on academic rank and institution type - Special instructions for proposals involving international branch campuses - Products/Services Requested: - No products or OEMs specified; this is a grant for research advancement - Funding supports research activities, career development, and collaborative partnerships - Unique Requirements: - Applicants must demonstrate how the program will advance their research and career trajectory - Interdisciplinary collaboration is encouraged - Funding Details: - Estimated total funding: $18,000,000 - Approximately 45 awards expected - Funding Opportunity Number: 22-603
Description
The Mid-Career Advancement (MCA) program offers an opportunity for mid-career scientists and engineers to enhance and advance their research programs and career trajectories. It provides protected time, resources, and opportunities to gain new skills through partnerships, typically at institutions other than the candidate's home institution. The program encourages interdisciplinary networking and convergence across science and engineering fields. It is aimed at established scientists and engineers at the mid-career stage to enable scientific and academic advancement not likely without this support.