The NIH Midcareer Investigator Award in Patient-Oriented Research (K24) is designed to help mid-career health professionals spend more time on research that involves working directly with patients. It also supports these professionals in mentoring younger clinical researchers, such as residents and fellows.
Who it's for: This grant is for mid-career health professionals who hold doctorates and are involved in patient-oriented research. It's particularly aimed at those who are also mentoring clinical residents, fellows, or junior faculty members. Eligible applicants include a wide range of organizations such as state and local governments, educational institutions, nonprofits, and for-profit organizations.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Not being a mid-career health professional with a doctorate
- Lack of involvement in patient-oriented research
- Not mentoring clinical residents, fellows, or junior faculty
- Ineligible organization type
What You May Need
- Proof of doctorate in a health-related field
- Evidence of current patient-oriented research activities
- Mentoring plan for clinical residents or fellows
- Organizational eligibility documentation
- Detailed research proposal
- Budget justification
- Letters of support from institution
- NIH biosketch
- Current and pending support documentation
Cautions
- Ensure your research qualifies as patient-oriented.
- Verify your mentoring plan aligns with grant goals.