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NCI Research Specialist Award (R50) for Clinician Scientists in Clinical Trials

The National Cancer Institute (NCI), part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), is seeking applications for the Research Specialist Award (R50) to support clinician scientists in NCI-funded clinical trials. - Purpose: Provide salary support and career stability for clinician scientists involved in national clinical trials networks - Focus: Leadership, trial development, and implementation at participating institutions - Award: Supports research personnel, not procurement of products or equipment - Eligibility: Open to government agencies, businesses, nonprofits, educational institutions, and tribal organizations - Expected Awards: Up to 18 grants anticipated - No OEMs or vendors are specified, as this is a grant for personnel and research leadership - Unique requirement: Emphasis on supporting stable, independent research careers for clinician scientists in clinical trials leadership roles

Description

This notice of funding opportunity invites grant applications for the Research Specialist Award (R50) specifically for clinician scientists supporting NCI-funded clinical trials research. The award is designed to encourage stable research career opportunities for exceptional clinician scientists involved in national clinical trials development, implementation, and service. It provides salary support and autonomy to reduce dependence on other NCI grants or sources for career continuity. Eligible applicants include various government entities, businesses, nonprofits, educational institutions, and other organizations. The award supports leadership roles in NCI clinical trials networks.

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