The StARRTS K38 program is designed to support clinician-investigators who have completed the StARR R38 program. It helps them continue their research and career development during clinical fellowships or early faculty roles. The goal is to help them transition to independent research careers.
Who it's for: This grant is for clinician-investigators who have successfully completed the StARR R38 program and are looking to continue their research and career development in clinical fellowships or early faculty positions.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Not having completed the StARR R38 program
- Proposing a clinical trial
- Not being involved in a clinical fellowship or early faculty appointment
What You May Need
- Proof of completion of the StARR R38 program
- Detailed research proposal
- Career development plan
- Letters of recommendation
- Institutional support letter
- Budget justification
- NIH biosketch
- Current and pending support documentation
Cautions
- Clinical trials are not allowed
- Only meritorious applications will be funded
- Limited competition means only certain applicants are eligible
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants are clinician-investigators who have completed the StARR R38 program. They must be involved in clinical fellowships or early career faculty appointments. The competition is limited, meaning only specific individuals who meet these criteria can apply.
Overview
This grant is for clinician-investigators who have successfully completed the StARR R38 program and are looking to continue their research and career development in clinical fellowships or early faculty positions.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Not having completed the StARR R38 program
- Proposing a clinical trial
- Not being involved in a clinical fellowship or early faculty appointment
Use of Funds
Funds can be used for research and career development activities in basic, clinical, and/or translational research, excluding clinical trials.
Total Program Funding
$10,804,000
Expected Awards
10
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Oct 9, 2026
- Deadline
- Oct 13, 2028(734 days)
- Archive Date
- Dec 12, 2028
Application Checklist
- Verify completion of the StARR R38 program
- Prepare a detailed research proposal
- Draft a career development plan
- Gather letters of recommendation
- Obtain an institutional support letter
- Complete a budget justification
- Update your NIH biosketch
- Compile current and pending support documentation