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About This Grant
The purpose of the NIH Independent Scientist Award (K02) is to foster the development of outstanding scientists and enable them to expand their potential to make significant contributions to their field of research. The K02 award provides three to five years of salary support and "protected time" for newly independent scientists who can demonstrate the need for a period of intensive research focus as a means of enhancing their research careers. Each independent scientist career award program must be tailored to meet the individual needs of the candidate.This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) is designed specifically for applicants proposing to serve as the lead investigator of an independent clinical trial, a clinical trial feasibility study, or a separate ancillary clinical trial, as part of their research and career development. Applicants not planning an independent clinical trial, or proposing to gain research experience in a clinical trial led by another investigator, must apply to companion FOA
Grant Summary
Independent Scientist Award (Parent K02 - Independent Clinical Trial Required) is a National Institutes of Health grant providing funding that varies by award for university, municipality, nonprofit. Applications are due 2027-05-07 (open). Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.
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Eligibility
- Other Eligible Applicants include the following: Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Serving Institutions; Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institutions (AANAPISISs); Eligible Agencies of the Federal Government; Faith-based or Community-based Organizations; Hispanic-serving Institutions; Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs); Indian/Native American Tribal Governments (Other than Federally Recognized); Non-domestic (non-U.S.) Entities (Foreign Organizations); Regional Organizations; Tribally Controlled Colleges and Universities (TCCUs) ; U.S. Territory or Possession; Non-domestic (non-U.S.) Entities (Foreign Organizations) are not eligible to apply. Non-domestic (non-U.S.) components of U.S. Organizations are not eligible to apply. Foreign components, as defined in the NIH Grants Policy Statement, are allowed.
How to Apply
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2027-05-07
- 1Confirm your organization is eligible for Independent Scientist Award (Parent K02 - Independent Clinical Trial Required) from National Institutes of Health, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
- 2Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
- 3Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
- 4Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to National Institutes of Health before the deadline.
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Independent Scientist Award (Parent K02 - Independent Clinical Trial Required): Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the Independent Scientist Award (Parent K02 - Independent Clinical Trial Required)?
Independent Scientist Award (Parent K02 - Independent Clinical Trial Required) is offered by National Institutes of Health. The listing names these applicant types: university, municipality, nonprofit, tribal government, school district, small business. It is open to organizations nationwide unless the funder specifies otherwise. The funder's eligibility section is the authority, so confirm your organization type, location, and the population or project served against it before applying.
How much funding does the Independent Scientist Award (Parent K02 - Independent Clinical Trial Required) provide?
National Institutes of Health does not publish a set award amount for Independent Scientist Award (Parent K02 - Independent Clinical Trial Required), so award sizes vary. Actual award sizes depend on the scope of your project, available program funds, and the number of applicants, so build a budget that reflects realistic, allowable costs, and confirm the expected range with the funder.
When is the Independent Scientist Award (Parent K02 - Independent Clinical Trial Required) deadline?
Applications for Independent Scientist Award (Parent K02 - Independent Clinical Trial Required) are due 2027-05-07 (open). Because deadlines can change, verify the date with the funder, National Institutes of Health, and give yourself enough time to prepare a complete, competitive application before the close date.
How do you apply for the Independent Scientist Award (Parent K02 - Independent Clinical Trial Required)?
To apply for Independent Scientist Award (Parent K02 - Independent Clinical Trial Required), confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and prepare a narrative and budget that address the funder's priorities. FindGrants guides you step by step and can draft each section, then exports a submission-ready application pack for this grant from National Institutes of Health.
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