# Clínico Senior AECC 2026

**Funder:** AECC (Asociación Española Contra el Cáncer)
**Consortium:** No
**Frequency:** Annual
**Eligible countries:** ES
**Official call:** https://www.contraelcancer.es/es/area-investigador/ayudas/talento/clinico-senior-aecc-2026
**Last verified:** 20 June 2026

## Eligibility & scope

Senior clinical researcher grant for established clinician-scientists in cancer research, 2026 call. Hosted at Spanish institutions.

## Summary

The AECC Clínico Senior grant funds established clinician-scientists pursuing cancer research at Spanish institutions. The annual call targets researchers with a strong track record in translational or clinical oncology who are leading independent research groups. This is a senior-tier opportunity for researchers ready to consolidate or expand their research programme.

## Who should apply

- Established clinician-scientists with track records in cancer research
- Researchers based at Spanish academic or hospital institutions
- Leaders of independent research groups in oncology
- Translational or clinical cancer research focus

## Key dates

- Annual call with 2026 round open
- Projects hosted at Spanish institutions

## Tips for applicants

- AECC prioritises clinical relevance and patient impact; frame your research question around unmet clinical need.
- Emphasise your leadership role and track record, this is not an early-career scheme, so demonstrate consolidation or growth of your group.
- Include evidence of prior funding success and publication output to strengthen competitive standing.

## Frequently asked questions

### Who is eligible for the AECC Clínico Senior grant?

Established clinician-scientists in cancer research based at Spanish institutions who lead independent research groups.

### Is the AECC Clínico Senior grant recurring?

Yes, the call is annual; the 2026 round is currently open.

### What type of cancer research does AECC Clínico Senior fund?

Both translational and clinical oncology projects that bridge laboratory and clinical practice.

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