NIH Pathway to Independence Award (K99/R00)
National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Up to $249,000 per year for the R00 phase
Total project period may not exceed 5 years
Facilitate the transition of postdoctoral researchers to independent faculty positions
Support competitive independent research careers
Postdoctoral researchers
NIH participating Institutes and Centers
Federal funding from the NIH
Grant funding mechanism
Recurring funding opportunity
Higher Education Institutions
Nonprofits
For-Profit Organizations
Local, State, and Federal Governments
Must have a clinical or research doctorate (e.g., PhD, MD, DO)
U.S. based organizations are eligible
Non-domestic entities are not eligible
Candidates must have no more than 4 years of postdoctoral research experience
Consultation with NIH staff is encouraged before application
Basic experimental studies involving human participants
Successful transition to independent research positions
Development of competitive research programs
Candidates must demonstrate ability to conduct proposed research
Total cost for the independent phase may not exceed $249,000 per year
Open Date: May 10, 2024
Application Due Dates: Various dates from June 12, 2024 to February 12, 2027
Must comply with NIH Grants Policy Statement
Follow the instructions in the Career Development (K) Instructions