National Institutes of Health (NIH K Series) Training, Career Development and Fellowship Proposal Toolkit

NIH Research Training, Career Development and Fellowship Programs

NIH programs help prepare individuals for careers in biomedical, behavioral, social, and clinical research. Learn more about how NIH Institutes and Centers may vary in research and training and contacting NIH extramural research training representatives to discuss how specific programs fit your training and career goals.

 

Research Career Pathways

Interactive guides describe NIH programs and links to support training and career development of biomedical scientists:

• Physician-Scientist Infographic
• Veterinarian-Scientist Infographic
• Dentist-Scientist Infographic
• Research-Scientist Infographic

 

Available Programs

• Career Development
• Research Training
• Fellowship
• Other Training-Related
• Extramural Diversity

 

Learn the Basics about funding from NIH

Learn the Basics about funding from NIH:

• Understanding NIH: Finding the Right Fit for Your Research
• What Does NIH Look For?
• Who is Eligible?
• Types of Grant Programs
• Types of Grant Applications

 

Applications and Other Samples

Some useful samples and examples that are part of the grant application from NIH, including sample applications and summary statements, data sharing, and model organism sharing plans.

• The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) Sample Applications and More website includes examples of funded R01, U01, R03, R15, R21, R21/R33, SBIR/STTR, K, and F applications, summary statements, sharing plans, leadership plans, and more.
• Data Management and Sharing Plan Samples
• Scientific Rigor Examples
• Authentication Plan Examples

 

For more information on NIH research programs, application requirements and elements, and proposal submission, please visit the URA NIH Proposal Toolkit.