The ASN supports developing academic subspecialists interested in careers focused on the geriatric and gerontology aspects of nephrology during the early years of a first faculty appointment. This award will supplement an award by the National Institute on Aging (NIA), using the R03 mechanism under the funding announcement titled Grants for Early Medical and Surgical Subspecialists’ Transitions to Aging Research (GEMSSTAR).
The GEMSSTAR program provides two years of support for small research projects to allow early career physicians trained in medical and surgical subspecialties to establish a research track record in geriatric aspects of their subspecialty. The award will provide an opportunity to gain skills and experience in aging research and help the investigators establish an independent program of research in this field.
Applicants to the ASN-ASP-NIA Junior Development Grant in Geriatric Nephrology must first apply for the GEMSSTAR award through the NIA. The GEMSSTAR application closes on Monday, October 3, 2011.
Applications for the ASN-ASP-NIA Junior Development Grant in Geriatric Nephrology will open in early December and close on Friday, January 27, 2012 at 4:00 p.m. EST.
To access the application: http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/rfa-files/RFA-AG-12-002.html
Eligibility
- An applicant must be an active member of the ASN. At the time of submission the applicant's membership must be current and their dues paid.
- Appointment to full-time faculty must be confirmed in writing by the Department Chair, indicating the date of first full-time faculty appointment, and providing assurance that the department will provide needed resources for conducting independent research (research and office space, salary support, and protected research time of at least 75%).
- Applicants must have completed a subspecialty internal medicine fellowship leading to certification in Nephrology by the American Board of Internal Medicine, and be within the first four years of initial faculty appointment.
- Applicants should be pursing research in a geriatric aspect of nephrology.
- A career development plan that outlines the applicant's strategy for active involvement in geriatric clinical and educational activities, and the applicant's plans for professional growth must be submitted.
- The applicant must have a mentorship team which includes a nephrologist that has successfully competed for an NIH grant, and a geriatrics mentor.
- The applicant should be a US citizen or be eligible for US permanent resident status.
- ASN career development grants are not renewable and previous recipients are not eligible for a second grant. Applicants may only submit one ASN grant application during a cycle.
- Applicants must show proof, after receipt, of a fundable score, as defined by the National Institute on Aging (NIA).
Grant Amount
The award will provide $25,000 annually for two years, beginning July 1, and can support the salary of the awardee and/or the purchase of supplies, the salaries of technical personnel, and other resources necessary for the completion of the research project. The funding cannot be used for indirect costs or the costs of administrative or clerical support.
In addition, the ASP will provide the award recipient $2,500 to be allocated for travel grants which must be used to attend the meetings of the American Geriatrics Society in years one and two of the award, and Renal Week in year two of the award.
Previous or Current Funding Allowed
Total grant funding, including the ASN-ASP career development grant and NIA grant, cannot exceed $250,000 in annual direct costs. The amount of the ASN grant will be reduced as appropriate if total funding exceeds this amount at any time during the funding period of the grant.
Post-Award Requirements
A progress report is required for non-competitive renewal of the grant for the second year. A final report is also required at the end of the funding period. The award is for continuous support, and interruptions in the period of support will require prior written approval from ASN.
Progress reports should include the following: Summary of progress during tenure of the ASN award, publications during the tenure of the award, an updated listing of current and pending grant support from all sources, and plans for continuing the research project in the next year.
Additional Requirements
Research Scholars are required to devote at least 75% of their time to research.
Grant recipients are expected to attend the annual meeting of the American Geriatrics Society in years one and two of the award, and the annual meeting of the American Society of Nephrology in year two of the award.
Researchers shall acknowledge ASN's support in publications resulting from their proposed work.
The grant may be transferred from one institution to another only with the prior approval of ASN. ASN must receive written assurance from the Department Head/Division Director of the new institution that the investigator at the time of or before the invitation will be permitted to devote at least 75% of his or her time to research, have a full-time faculty appointment, and that appropriate research facilities will be available.
Application
Only online applications will be accepted. All parts of the application must be completed by Friday, January 27, 2012 at 4:00 p.m. EST.
Please note: Applicant should allow enough time for all parts of the application to be completed. Letters of reference must be uploaded by the original author (not the applicant).
The required signature form must be emailed to grants@asn-online.org by Friday, January 27, 2012 at 4:00 p.m. EST. Signatures will need to be collected from the applicant's Department Chair and the Institution's Fiscal Officer.
Please note the following in regards to the application:
- The research proposal text should be in size 12 font.
- The research proposal has a 10-page length limit including figures.
- You do not need to include a proposed budget with your application.
- The research proposal and career development plan can be copies of the proposal and plan submitted to the NIA
More details concerning the application can be found in the application "Instructions".
Evaluation Criteria
The Review Committee will consider the potential of the applicant for eventual funding by a NIH R01 grant or its equivalent. Assessment will include the qualifications of the applicant with respect to prior training, productivity, and independence, as well as the scientific merit of the proposed project. The institutional commitment to the development of the applicant as an independent investigator, and the career development and mentoring plan in geriatrics and nephrology will also be assessed.
Contact
For more information about ASN Career Development Grants, please contact grants@asn-online.org.
GEMSSTAR Deadline: Monday, October 3, 2011
ASN-ASP-NIA Junior Development Grant Application Deadline: Friday, January 27, 2012 at 4:00 p.m. EST*
*All parts of the application must be completed by Friday, January 27, 2012 at 4:00 p.m. EST