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Junior Faculty Scholar Award

American Society of Hematology

Since 1985, the ASH Scholar Award has helped ease the transition between training and the establishment of an independent career in hematology research by providing partial salary or other support during that critical period. The award offers three funding opportunities for hematology researchers.

Junior Faculty Scholar Award: Applicants must have between eight and 13 years of research experience following completion of their terminal doctoral degree. Applicants who hold independent faculty level positions must apply for the Junior Faculty Award.

Provides up to $150,000 over a two- to three-year period in equal quarterly payments over the award term.

MD/DO, PhD or MD/DO-PhD applicants must have more than eight years (96 months) and 13 or fewer years (156 months) of research experience after completion of their terminal doctoral degree (including research performed during fellowship but excluding clinical fellowship time).
Applicants with more than 5 years (60 months) and eight or fewer years (96 months) of research experience who have already received, or do not meet the eligibility requirements for the Fellow to Faculty Scholar Award, are eligible to apply for the Junior Faculty Scholar Award.
Applicants who hold independent faculty level positions (Assistant Professor, or equivalent – which may be indicated by having achieved the appointment after an external search and/or if the individual has voting rights as a member of the faculty) must apply for the Junior Faculty Award, regardless of research experience. Individuals serving as an ‘acting’ faculty member may be excluded from this requirement.

An individual cannot hold concurrent ASH awards.

Application Process

The Scholar Award letter of intent (LOI) and the supporting documents outlined below must be submitted through the ASH online awards system. The LOI is mandatory and will be reviewed for eligibility to submit a full proposal. In addition to the letter of intent, the applicant must submit the following:

Abstract of proposed project (350 words maximum)
Applicant's NIH Biographical Sketch
Fellow to Faculty applicants will need to submit the Supplemental Budget Form. Please see the instruction in the online award system.

AI Based Application Success Predictor

🎯 1. Regular ASH Membership & Institutional Eligibility

Membership in good standing is mandatory at LOI and award stages 

Most awards require affiliation with a U.S. or Canadian institution, though some global mechanisms allow broader eligibility .

🏅 2. Target the Right Program for Your Career Stage

ASH offers a range of awards—from student scholarships and trainee awards (e.g., HIP, RTAF), to Scholar Awards for fellows and junior faculty, to the Bridge Grant for mid-career researchers

Scholar Award eligibility depends on years since degree and existing funding 

The Bridge Grant supports those with recent NIH R01 submissions, offering $150K to sustain continuity .

🧬 3. Strong Scientific Quality & Mission-Relevant Research

Proposals should demonstrate scientific rigor, innovation, and clear hematology relevance, be it basic, clinical, translational, or outcomes-focused 

Bridge Grants specifically support work in malignant or classical hematology linked to R01 applications .

🧠 4. Career Stage & Funding History

Scholar Award applicants must be within defined post-degree experience (e.g., 0–5 yrs for Fellow; 8–13 yrs for Junior Faculty) and have no prior major grants (e.g., NIH R01) .

Bridge Grant recipients must show no more than $500K of concurrent research funding .

🔍 5. Precise & Aligned LOI → Full Application Flow

Most awards require an LOI stage before full proposal .

LOIs must be tightly aligned with award aims and eligibility criteria.

💵 6. Appropriate Budgeting

Scholar and Bridge Awards cover salary and research costs; no indirect costs allowed .

Budget proposals should reflect milestone-based use, especially for the Bridge Grant’s one-year, $150K support structure.

🤝 7. Institutional & Mentor Commitment

Scholar Awards require dedication of ≥75% effort to research plus a senior mentor .

Bridge Grant applicants must submit an Institutional Commitment Letter .

🧩 8. Competitive, Peer-Based Review

Applications undergo study section review focused on scientific merit and investigator qualifications .

Bridge Grant outcomes show ~70% of recipients later obtain R01 funding .

🗓️ 9. Careful Deadline Adherence

Bridge Grant deadlines typically fall around May 1, Scholar Award LOIs likely early in the year .

Stay aware of timelines for trainee and HIP awards 

📊 10. Engagement with ASH Community & Advocacy

Participation in ASH programs (e.g., CRTI, HIP), presentations at the ASH Annual Meeting, and involvement in initiatives like "#Fight4Hematology" strengthen visibility .

📋 Summary Table

Predictor	What to Demonstrate
ASH Membership & eligibility	Be an active member at application and award times
Program alignment	Match career stage to award (trainee, scholar, mid-career)
Scientific & mission fit	High-quality proposals across research types
Career & funding history	Meet years-since-degree limits; limited concurrent funding
LOI → Full application sequence	Submit LOI aligned to criteria, then complete full proposal
Budget and cost discipline	Salary and direct costs only; no indirects
Institutional & mentorship support	Secure letters, mentorship, and institutional backing
Peer-review readiness	High merit, strong investigator profile
Timeline compliance	Observe specific award deadlines
ASH community engagement	Show involvement in ASH programs and advocacy initiatives

💡 Pro Tips

Choose the right award based on your career stage and goals.

Start with a focused and strategic LOI aligned with award goals.

Budget wisely—salary, supplies, effort must reflect award caps.

Secure strong mentor/institution letters early.

Show sustained commitment to hematology beyond the grant.

Highlight your potential: Scholar awards lead to future R01 or independent funding.

Engage with ASH programs to reinforce your dedication and network.

Specialties

Hematology

Eligibility Requirements

Scholar Award eligibility is evaluated as of the date of the letter of intent deadline. Please read the FAQs for additional information.

Applicants must meet the following criteria in order to qualify:

Be a US or Canadian citizen conducting research anywhere in the world; or hold a visa or permanent resident status in the US or Canada with plans to conduct research within the US or Canada
- Non US or Canadian citizens conducting research outside the US or Canada should consider the Global Research Award
Be an ASH member in good standing at the time of the letter of intent deadline and plan to maintain membership for the duration of the award term. Not an ASH member yet? Take the first step. Please note that your membership application may be pending at the application deadline but must be approved by the award activation date.
Have confirmation from the applicant’s institution that at least 75 percent of the applicant’s full-time professional effort is devoted to research.
If you have successfully competed for a substantial award (e.g. NIH R01 or equivalent grant) as the PI or co-PI before the application (not LOI) deadline, you are no longer eligible for the Scholar Award. For guidance on what constitutes the scope of a substantial award, see the descriptions of such awards in the NIH Early Stage Investigator (ESI) program.
Your primary mentor may be the primary mentor to one applicant per level/category (for example, one basic/translational fellow, one clinical fellow, one basic/translational junior faculty etc.)

Sponsor Details

Sponsor Institute/Organizations: American Society of Hematology

Sponsor Type: Corporate/Non-Profit

Address: 2021 L Street NW, Suite 900, Washington, DC 20036 Contact Phone 202-776-0544 Toll Free 866-828-1231 Fax 202-776-0545

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