Department of Medicine K Club

The Department of Medicine values its early-stage investigators and is committed to supporting the next generation of scholars and researchers. We recognize the importance of providing research training, mentorship, protected time, and career development resources to build the next generation of scholars and researchers. 

The K Club is designed to support early-stage investigators through targeted programming aimed at advancing their research careers. Participants engage in mentored activities, peer-to-peer collaboration, and structured networking opportunities. The program focuses on career development, grantsmanship, and building professional networks. It is tailored for both trainees preparing to submit NIH career development (K) awards and current K awardees transitioning to independent research and funding.

Application Process

  • At least 8 weeks prior to the intended submission date, candidates must complete an intent to submit form with the department’s pre-award proposal development team.
    • This submission informs the Division Director, pre-award team and Vice Chair’s office of the intent to submit.
    • Approval from the applicant’s Division Director must be secured before the pre-award grant coordinator will move forward with the submission process
  • The letter of institutional support, prepared by the division director, must be submitted to the Office for Research (Attn: Sara Eischen, [email protected]) at least 3 weeks before the application deadline.

For more information about joining the K Club or accessing grant resources, please contact Chris Wendt, Vice Chair of Research.