Scientist Development Award Grant

Scientist Development Award Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Rheumatology Research Foundation
Amount: Up to US $225,000
Last Updated: June 22, 2025

Summary

The Scientist Development Award from the Rheumatology Research Foundation supports early career professionals in rheumatology research. This award provides funding for salary and research training, aiming to enhance the skills of trainees and ensure a robust workforce in rheumatology. With a maximum of $75,000 per year, this initiative encourages innovative research and mentorship opportunities to improve treatment options for patients with rheumatic diseases.

Overview

NOTE: In order to help recruit the most appropriate peer reviewers and assist with study section assignments, applicants are required to submit a brief non-binding letter of intent to the Foundation by the deadline above. Investigators interested in using data from the ACR’s RISE registry as part of their proposed research project need to get their data use request approved before applying for funding. Please visit RISE for Research for more information on RISE data. RISE data requests should be submitted at least 2 months prior to the Foundation’s application deadline. The Rheumatology Research Foundation The mission of the Rheumatology Research Foundation is to advance research and training to improve the health of patients living with rheumatic disease. Funding Research We award grants to scientists conducting innovative research that will lead to a future with more options for patients with rheumatic disease to live longer, healthier lives. Advancing Treatment Our programs fund training and mentorship opportunities for medical students and fellows to assist in the recruitment and education of future rheumatologists. We are committed to expanding the workforce in order to provide patients with better access to specially trained rheumatology professionals. Career Development Research Awards Establishing a productive research career in rheumatology is largely dependent upon the availability of major research funding. Increasing concerns over the decline in federal funding for rheumatology research have forced many investigators to reconsider their careers, which leads to fewer researchers making important discoveries necessary to advance treatments and find cures. The Career Development Research Awards are designed to encourage early and mid-career investigators to continue vital research into the cause, prevention and treatment of rheumatic diseases. Scientist Development Award This award is designed for individuals in the early stages of their career, typically Fellows, including those without significant research experience who plan to embark on careers in rheumatic disease research. The purpose of this award is to provide a structured research training program for rheumatologists or health professionals in the field of rheumatology. This mentored career development award provides support for salary as well as research and/or education costs for the early years of research training in an environment where trainees may interact with established rheumatology investigators. The goal of funding at this level is to provide an opportunity for young scientists to embark on focused research and research training that will allow them to be competitive for the next level of career development awards (e.g. NIH K award). Through this award, the Foundation provides a means for ensuring more qualified, highly trained investigators in the field of rheumatology. Award Amount Up to $75,000 per year (maximum $225,000)

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. Applicant must be a member of the ACR or ARP at the time of submission and for the duration of the award