National Institutes of Health: Ruth L. Kirschstein National Research Service Award (NRSA) Individual Postdoctoral Fellowship (Parent F32)

National Institutes of Health: Ruth L. Kirschstein National Research Service Award (NRSA) Individual Postdoctoral Fellowship (Parent F32)

Eligibility: U.S. citizenship or permanent residency required.

Deadline Month: NIH standards deadlines: April, August, and December for new applications

Description: The purpose of the Kirschstein-NRSA postdoctoral fellowship is to enhance the research training of promising postdoctoral candidates who have the potential to become productive, independent investigators in scientific health-related research fields relevant to the missions of the participating NIH Institutes and Centers. The integrated program of research and training should enhance the individual’s potential to develop into a productive, independent researcher. Awards include stipends, tuition and fees, and institutional allowance. See here for active solicitations. Beginning with application due dates on or after May 25, 2026, NIH will no longer accept applications submitted on dedicated AIDS application due dates.