Cancer Research Institute
Cri Ignite Award
Submission deadline was January 9, 2026 — past deadline; next cycle not yet announced
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The CRI Ignite Award provides up to $1.05 million to support distinguished postdoctoral researchers transitioning to tenure-track faculty positions in cancer immunotherapy. The award targets researchers at the postdoc-to-faculty stage, enabling them to establish independent research groups in a rapidly evolving field. CRI runs this programme annually.
Details
| Funder | Cancer Research Institute |
| Budget | $1.05M |
| Deadline | 11 January 2027 |
| Consortium | No |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Career stage | Early-career opportunity |
Eligibility & scope
Supports the transition of distinguished postdoctoral researchers into independent tenure-track investigators in cancer immunotherapy. Targets early-career scientists at the postdoc-to-faculty transition stage.
Who Should Apply
- •Distinguished postdoctoral researchers approaching the transition to faculty
- •Cancer immunotherapy researchers with a clear record of independent contribution
- •Applicants positioned to establish new independent research groups
- •Researchers committed to advancing immunological approaches to cancer
Key Dates
- •Annual deadline (next cycle announcement pending; most recent deadline was 9 January 2026)
Tips for Applicants
- ✓Frame your application around the transition narrative: highlight your postdoc contributions separately from your planned independent faculty research agenda.
- ✓CRI prioritises immunotherapy innovation; anchor your proposed research in a clear mechanistic or clinical immunology question.
- ✓Letters of support from your postdoc mentor and future faculty host institution carry significant weight in establishing feasibility and independence.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the CRI Ignite Award fund?
Up to $1.05 million per award.
Who is eligible for the CRI Ignite Award?
Distinguished postdoctoral researchers in cancer immunotherapy at the transition stage to tenure-track faculty positions.
Is the CRI Ignite Award annual?
Yes, CRI runs this programme annually, though the next deadline has not yet been announced.
What research area does the CRI Ignite Award support?
Cancer immunotherapy research led by researchers establishing independent faculty labs.
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