KL2 Applications to Open October 1
The Duke Clinical and Translational Science Award Research Career Development Award Program (the Duke CTSA KL2) will be accepting applications for two new scholars this fall. The application will open on Oct. 1, with completed submissions required by Nov. 18, 2016. Funding will begin in July, 2017. Interested applicants are encouraged to begin identifying a mentor, developing aims, and drafting their proposals.
The Duke CTSA KL2 provides skilled and personalized mentoring, a coordinated and tailored scientific and career development curriculum, and the opportunity to conduct clinical or translational research. Duke is particularly devoted to increasing the diversity of the research workforce, and have committed to supporting at least 50% under-represented minorities with the KL2.
The two scholars selected will receive:
- 75% protected effort for 3 years
- $20,000/year for research expenses
- $2,500/year for travel to professional meetings.