NCI Research Specialist Award for Core and Laboratory-based Scientists (R50 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

The National Cancer Institute (NCI) is inviting applications for the Research Specialist Award, which provides salary support for exceptional, non-tenure track scientists working in research laboratories and core facilities. The award is intended to support stable, long-term research careers for highly skilled scientists who contribute to NCI-funded research programs but do not serve as independent investigators. Key aspects of this opportunity include: • Eligible applicants must have an advanced degree and have contributed to their cancer research program for at least two years. • Applicants must devote at least half their time to NCI-funded research and must not have sought independent investigator funding in the last five years. • The award offers salary support and travel funds to provide recognition and stability for research specialists. • The NCI anticipates making 18 awards, with an estimated award date of July 1, 2027.