AACR-Exelixis Renal Cell Carcinoma Research Fellowship Grant

AACR-Exelixis Renal Cell Carcinoma Research Fellowship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: American Association for Cancer Research
Amount: US $130,000
Last Updated: March 30, 2026

Summary

The AACR-Exelixis Renal Cell Carcinoma Research Fellowship aims to support postdoctoral or clinical research fellows in conducting impactful renal cell carcinoma research. Funded by the American Association for Cancer Research, this two-year fellowship provides $130,000 for salary, benefits, and essential research expenses. It encourages innovative work across various research domains, ensuring the fellow is well-prepared for a successful career in cancer research.

Overview

AACR-Exelixis Renal Cell Carcinoma Research Fellowship Description The AACR-Exelixis Renal Cell Carcinoma Research Fellowship represents a joint effort to encourage and support a postdoctoral or clinical research fellow to conduct renal cell carcinoma research and to establish a successful career path in this field. The research proposed for funding may be in basic, translational, clinical, or population sciences research and must have direct applicability and relevance to renal cell carcinoma. This fellowship provides a two-year grant of $130,000 to support the salary and benefits of the fellow while working on a mentored renal cell carcinoma research project. A partial amount of funds may be designated for non-personnel expenses, such as research/laboratory supplies, equipment, publication charges for manuscripts that pertain directly to the funded project, and other research expenses.

Eligibility

We've imported the main document for this grant to give you an overview. You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. You must be a member of this organization to apply for this award - become a member. AACR Membership Requirements

Applicants must be AACR members in good standing (dues paid for the current year). Annual dues are not required for early-career researchers interested in Associate membership. Please be informed that no dues are required for members located in countries building cancer research capacities (view list of eligible countries here). Nonmembers interested in this grant opportunity must submit a satisfactory application for AACR membership by the application deadline. Nonmembers can apply for membership online. Please review the Membership Categories for the category that best fits your qualifications. Nonmembers must obtain a statement of support from a nominator who is an Active AACR member in good standing (dues paid for the current year). Nonmembers requiring assistance with finding a nominator may email membership@aacr.org and include your geographical location to receive a list of members in your area to contact for nominations. For more information check the membership FAQ. Members can renew their membership through myAACR. You will need your logon (email address) and password to access the member portal. If you require assistance logging in, please submit a help form. Lapsed members must be members in good standing by the application deadline and should contact the Membership Department at membership@aacr.org for assistance.