Grant Program for Early Career Scientists
Offered by Edward J Mallinckrodt Jr Foundation · St Louis, MO
About this opportunity
This grant is tailored for tenure-track faculty members in their first to fourth year at United States institutions, holding M.D. and/or Ph.D. degrees. It aims to support these early-career scientists in establishing their research projects to a point where they can secure NIH R01 or other independent funding. Beginning in 2023, the grant provides $75,000 annually for a period of up to three years.
How to apply
Applications are handled on the funder's own website. Review the full guidelines and apply here: emallinckrodtfoundation.org/funding/grant-program. Confirm the deadline and eligibility directly with Edward J Mallinckrodt Jr Foundation before applying.
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- What is the deadline for Grant Program for Early Career Scientists?
- The application deadline is July 1, 2026. Deadlines can change — always confirm directly with Edward J Mallinckrodt Jr Foundation before applying.
- How much funding is available?
- The award range is $75K – $225K.
- Where do I apply?
- Applications are submitted through Edward J Mallinckrodt Jr Foundation's own website or process — see the "How to apply" section above.