National Institutes of Health (NIH) - National Institute of Aging (NIA) - Aging Research Dissertation Awards to Increase Diversity (R36)

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DeadlineFebruary 12, June 12, October 12

Award amountR00 Total Budget: Up to $249,000

Last checkedJun 25, 2026

Application

Choose the Right Postdoc-to-Faculty Transition Award from NIA

Compares NIA's K99, K22, and K01 career development awards for postdocs transitioning to faculty positions, detailing differences in experience, funding, and requirements.

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Award amount

K99: 1-2 years ($100K) postdoctoral funding, 3 years ($249K) faculty funding

Eligibility

K99: Up to 4 years postdoctoral experience, open to temporary visas; K22: Up to 8 years postdoctoral experience, U.S. citizenship or permanent residency required; K01: Any years postdoctoral experience, U.S. citizenship or permanent residency required

Requirements

K99: Postdoctoral institution submits application, mentor team at postdoctoral institution; K22: Postdoctoral institution submits application, no mentor team specified; K01: Faculty institution submits application, mentor team at faculty institution

Important dates

Takes about 9 months from application due date to award issuance.

Contact

NIATraining@mail.nih.gov; niaic@nia.nih.gov; 800-222-2225

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