Mentored Research Scientist Development Award (Parent K01 - Independent Clinical Trial Required)

The Mentored Research Scientist Development Award, also known as the Parent K01, is a grant developed by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) that necessitates an independent clinical trial. The purpose of this award is to provide the necessary support and assured time, spanning three to five years, for a comprehensive, supervised career development experience. This experience caters to fields within the biomedical, behavioral, or clinical sciences, ultimately aimed at fostering research independence.

Various NIH Institutes and Centers (ICs) utilize this funding mechanism to encourage the development of independent research capabilities. Additionally, it serves as a valuable opportunity for individuals looking to venture into a new field or return to research after a break due to personal reasons or illness. Several ICs also offer specific K01 Funding Opportunity Announcements (FOAs) aiming to enhance diversity in the research workforce.