Ruth L. Kirschstein National Research Service Award (NRSA) Individual Senior Fellowship (Parent F33)

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is offering senior individual research training fellowships to experienced scientists. The fellowships are designed for scientists who wish to make major changes in the direction of their research careers or who wish to broaden their scientific background by acquiring new research capabilities. The fellowships are available in various research fields relevant to the missions of participating NIH Institutes and Centers. Some key points to consider: • The fellowships are for senior scientists who have already completed their doctoral degree and have significant research experience. • The fellowships are designed to support research training and career development. • The fellowships are available in various research fields, including environmental health, oral diseases and disorders research, and cancer research manpower. • The fellowships do not allow candidates to propose to lead an independent clinical trial, but do allow candidates to propose research experience in a clinical trial led by a sponsor or co-sponsor. • The fellowships are available to various types of applicants, including public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, private institutions of higher education, and non-profits.