The National Institutes of Health (NIH), a part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, is the nation’s medical research agency — making important discoveries that improve health and save lives.
The NIAID Physician-Scientist Pathway to Independence Award (K99/R00) program aims to bolster and sustain a robust cohort of new and talented independent physician-scientists. It is intended to assist exceptional postdoctoral researchers with clinical doctorate degrees in moving from mentored research roles to independent faculty positions. By providing support during this critical transition, the program seeks to contribute to filling the national gap in the physician-scientist workforce. This specific funding opportunity invites candidates interested in leading independent clinical trials, clinical trial feasibility studies, or ancillary clinical trials as part of their research and career development endeavors.