Doris Duke Charitable Foundation

Applications are invited from physician scientists conducting clinical research in any disease area.  This award aims to provide support to physician scientists at the Assistant Professor rank to: 1) conduct an outstanding clinical research project with high significance and potential to improve human health, 2) enable research time protection to ease the tension between research and clinical responsibilities, and 3) facilitate development of strong mentorship relations in a supportive institutional environment.  A priority of the CSDA program is to fund outstanding individuals with promise for sustained clinical research careers, whose projects will address highly significant research questions to advance human health and their careers.

Eligible applicants must have an MD, DO, or foreign equivalent degree from an accredited institution, have a full-time faculty appointment at the Assistant Professor rank and have a valid, active US medical license at the time of application.

Pre-proposals are due by November 12, 2021. Selected applicants will be invited to submit a full proposal due by March 11, 2022.