What is K99 R00?

What is K99 R00?

K99/R00 – The Pathway to Independence Award. The NIH Pathway to Independence Award (K99/R00) helps outstanding postdoctoral researchers complete needed mentored training and transition in a timely manner to independent, tenure-track or equivalent faculty positions.

How much money is K99 R00?

Funding. The K99 phase has a total cost cap of $90,000 per year. The R00 phase of the award, has a total cost limit of $249,000 per year.

What is an NIH R00 grant?

The K99/R00 award is intended to foster the development of a creative, independent research program that will be competitive for subsequent independent funding and that will help advance the mission of the NIH.

How does K99 R00 work?

The initial, or mentored phase (K99) provides 1-2 years of mentored support to promising postdoctoral research scientists. The K99 phase is followed by up to 3 years of independent support (R00) contingent on the scientist securing an independent research position.

Is the K99 R00 a fellowship?

Understand what it is As a “K” award, the K99 is a career development award. It’s not a fellowship like the NRSA or a research grant like the R01. It’s super important to understand this as you prepare your application.

Who is eligible for K99?

K99/R00 recipients must reside in and work at U.S.-based institutions for the duration of the award. Applicants must have no more than 2 years of postdoctoral research experience (i.e., employment in a research position since completing the requirements for the doctorate) at the time of the application due date.

Is K99 prestigious?

For better or worse, K99’s are considered more “prestigious” than other K-types, which may be helpful in a competitive job market. Early data suggests more than 90% of K99 recipients transition to a faculty position.

How do I submit a K99?

1. Understand the submission process.
2. Come up with a rough project outline and develop Specific Aims.
3. Create your support network.
4. Target your research for a specific NIH institute and contact your program officers.
5. Contact your institutional grants officer and look at other successful K99 grants.

How much money is an R00?

The R00 can begin as early as the start date of the awardee’s job, contingent on NINDS receiving the R00 application with sufficient advance notice. Salary Support: Normally, salary up to $75,000 plus fringe benefits for each K99 year. Practicing clinician-scientists may be eligible for up to $100,000 salary.

Is K99 a fellowship?

As a “K” award, the K99 is a career development award. It’s not a fellowship like the NRSA or a research grant like the R01. It’s super important to understand this as you prepare your application.

What is a good K99 impact score?

Impact scores run from 10 to 90, where 10 is best. Generally speaking, impact/priority scores of 10 to 30 are most likely to be funded; scores between 31 and 45 might be funded; scores greater than 46 are rarely funded.