The Ruth L. Kirschstein National Research Service Award (NRSA) is a grant program designed to support the training of postdoctoral researchers in the fields of biomedical, behavioral, and health services research. It aims to develop a skilled workforce to advance scientific knowledge in primary care. This program is particularly focused on training health care professionals who plan to pursue careers in primary care research.
Who it's for: This grant is for institutions that want to develop or enhance research training programs for postdoctoral researchers in the fields of biomedical, behavioral, and health services research, particularly those related to primary care.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Not being a public or private institution of higher education
- Not focusing on primary care research
- Not having a program for postdoctoral research training
- Applying after the deadline
- Not meeting HRSA's specific requirements
What You May Need
- Institutional eligibility documentation
- Detailed research training program proposal
- Budget plan within the award range
- Proof of focus on primary care research
- Postdoctoral researcher profiles
Cautions
- Ensure your institution is eligible
- Focus must be on primary care research
- Strict adherence to HRSA guidelines is required
- Application must be submitted by the deadline
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include public and state institutions of higher education, private institutions of higher education, and other institutions that meet HRSA's criteria. The focus must be on developing or enhancing postdoctoral research training programs in primary care research.
Overview
This grant is for institutions that want to develop or enhance research training programs for postdoctoral researchers in the fields of biomedical, behavioral, and health services research, particularly those related to primary care.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Not being a public or private institution of higher education
- Not focusing on primary care research
- Not having a program for postdoctoral research training
- Applying after the deadline
- Not meeting HRSA's specific requirements
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to develop or enhance postdoctoral research training opportunities in primary care research. This includes supporting training programs, resources, and potentially stipends for researchers.
Total Program Funding
$9,566,800
Expected Awards
20
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Jun 8, 2026
- Deadline
- Jul 10, 2026(27 days)
- Archive Date
- Oct 31, 2026
- Last Updated
- Jun 8, 2026
Application Checklist
- Verify institutional eligibility
- Prepare a comprehensive research training program proposal
- Develop a detailed budget plan
- Gather profiles of postdoctoral researchers
- Submit application by July 10, 2026