International Research Scientist Development Award (IRSDA) (K01) Independent Clinical Trial Not Allowed

Applications Due: March 09, 2026
Federal
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (National Institutes of Health)

This grant provides funding and protected time for advanced postdoctoral researchers and early-career faculty in the U.S. to develop their research skills and conduct health-related projects in low- and middle-income countries, with mentorship from both local and U.S. experts.

Description

The purpose of the International Research Scientist Development Award (IRSDA) is to provide support and protected time (three to five years) to advanced postdoctoral U.S. research scientists and recently-appointed U.S. junior faculty (applicants must be at least two years beyond conferral of doctoral degree) for an intensive, mentored research career development experience in a low- or middle-income country (LMIC), as defined by the World Bank (http://data.worldbank.org/about/country-classifications/country-and-lending-groups, including "low-income," "lower-middle-income," and "upper-middle-income" countries) leading to an independently-funded research career focused on global health. This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) invites applications from postdoctoral research scientists and junior faculty from any health-related discipline who propose career development activities and a research project that is relevant to the health priorities of the LMIC under the mentorship of LMIC and U.S. mentors.

Eligibility

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Eligible Entities
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education, Private institutions of higher education

Funding

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Timing

Posted Date
January 24, 2024
App Status
Accepting Applications
Pre-app Deadline
Application Deadline
March 09, 2026

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Federal
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