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ClosedCystic Fibrosis Foundation · 2025

Postdoctoral Research Fellowship Award

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Agency: Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
Funding: Up to $66,000 for the first year, $67,000 for the second year, plus research and travel expenses
Deadline: December 9, 2025 (Passed)
Status: Closed
Eligibility: MDs, PhDs, and MD/PhDs interested in conducting basic research related to cystic fibrosis.

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Postdoctoral Research Fellowship Award is sponsored by Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Supports postdoctoral research training related to cystic fibrosis, with preference given to recent graduates and those beginning their research careers.

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# Postdoctoral Research Fellowship Award | Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Postdoctoral Research Fellowship Award Postdoctoral research fellowship awards are offered to MDs, PhDs, and MD/PhDs who are interested in conducting basic research related to cystic fibrosis. Postdoctoral research fellowship awards are offered for support of postdoctoral research training related to cystic fibrosis.

Preference will be given to recent graduates and those just beginning their research careers. Salary support of up to $66,000 (including fringe) is available for the first year of the award and $67,000 (including fringe) for the second year of the award. Research and travel expenses of $9,000 per year are available.

Indirect costs are not allowed. Open to U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and non-residents working in U.S.-based laboratories. Applicants seeking to submit proposals focused on topics such as the restoration of CFTR protein function or approaches to fix/replace the defective CFTR gene should apply through thePath to a Cure (PTAC) Postdoctoral Research Fellowship Award Program.

Topics for the PTAC program include, but are not limited to, characterization of rare CFTR mutations, nonsense modulation, gene editing/replacement strategies, and characterizing cellular targets for CFTR correction. ## Policies and Guidelines Applicants may submit only**one**postdoctoral fellowship application in 2026 (either spring or fall cycle). Please review the 2026 springPolicies and Guidelinesfor complete submission information.

Spring cycle applications: May 12, 2026 Applications must be submitted online atawards. cff. orgby 5 p.

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Eligibility Requirements

MDs, PhDs, and MD/PhDs interested in conducting basic research related to cystic fibrosis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can apply for Postdoctoral Research Fellowship Award?

According to the current listing, eligibility includes: MDs, PhDs, and MD/PhDs interested in conducting basic research related to cystic fibrosis. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.

How much funding does Postdoctoral Research Fellowship Award offer?

The current listing shows up to $66,000 for the first year, $67,000 for the second year, plus research and travel expenses. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.

When is the deadline for Postdoctoral Research Fellowship Award?

The published deadline was December 9, 2025, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.

Who funds Postdoctoral Research Fellowship Award?

Postdoctoral Research Fellowship Award is funded by Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.

How do I apply for Postdoctoral Research Fellowship Award?

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