The International Research Scientist Development Award (IRSDA) (K01 Independent Clinical Trial Required) provides 3 to 5 years of support and protected time to advanced postdoctoral U.S. research scientists and recently-appointed junior faculty. The award aims to facilitate mentored research career development in a low- or middle-income country (LMIC), fostering the transition to an independent global health research career focusing on the LMIC's health priorities. The opportunity is designed for candidates proposing to lead an independent clinical trial, feasibility study, or ancillary trial, with strong mentoring support from both U.S. and LMIC institutions. Applicants must develop impactful research addressing scientific needs of LMICs, develop research skills, and fulfill robust institutional and mentor commitment requirements.
The International Research Scientist Development Award (IRSDA) (K01 Independent Clinical Trial Required) provides 3 to 5 years of support and protected time to advanced postdoctoral U.S. research scientists and recently-appointed junior faculty. The award aims to facilitate mentored research career development in a low- or middle-income country (LMIC), fostering the transition to an independent global health research career focusing on the LMIC's health priorities. The opportunity is designed for candidates proposing to lead an independent clinical trial, feasibility study, or ancillary trial, with strong mentoring support from both U.S. and LMIC institutions. Applicants must develop impactful research addressing scientific needs of LMICs, develop research skills, and fulfill robust institutional and mentor commitment requirements.