Lundbeck Foundation
LF Early-Career Clinician Scientist
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The LF Early-Career Clinician Scientist grant from the Lundbeck Foundation funds DKK 800,000-2,500,000 over up to five years for MD PhDs combining clinical specialisation with research at hospitals or non-commercial research institutions, in Denmark or abroad. The grant must be managed by a Danish host institution, and recipients dedicate 100% of their time to the project in year one, then split time between research and clinical duties in subsequent years. Applications are submitted in a single stage, in English, with an annual deadline.
Details
| Funder | Lundbeck Foundation |
| Budget | DKK 800,000–2.5 million |
| Deadline | 19 November 2026 |
| Duration | Up to 5 years |
| Consortium | No - individual applicant, hosted by a Danish main host institution managing the grant |
| Application | Single stage |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Career stage | Early-career opportunity |
| Eligible countries | DK |
Eligibility & scope
For MD PhDs seeking to combine clinical specialisation with research in health sciences. Project must be managed by a Danish host institution (hospitals or non-commercial research institutions, in Denmark or abroad); applicant must have or expect a PhD within 6 months and have completed clinical internship (KBU). Application must be in English; this is a personal grant.
Who Should Apply
- •MD PhDs combining clinical specialisation with research
- •Researchers based at hospitals or non-commercial research institutions, in Denmark or abroad
- •Applicants who can secure a Danish main host institution to manage the grant
- •Individual applicants (no consortium required)
- •Candidates able to commit 100% time to the project in year one
Key Dates
- •Deadline: 19 November 2026, 13:00 CET
- •Single-stage application process
- •Up to five-year project duration
Tips for Applicants
- ✓Secure your Danish main host institution early, since the grant must be managed there even if you conduct research abroad.
- ✓Plan your time allocation explicitly: year one requires 100% dedication to the project, then a shift to at least 20% research and 20% clinical duties.
- ✓Write the application in English and make the clinical-research bridge explicit, given the grant's clinician scientist focus.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the LF Early-Career Clinician Scientist grant pay?
Between DKK 800,000 and 2,500,000 (roughly €107,200-€335,000), depending on the project.
Who is eligible for the LF Early-Career Clinician Scientist grant?
MD PhDs combining clinical specialisation with research at hospitals or non-commercial research institutions, based in Denmark or abroad, provided a Danish institution hosts the grant.
Can I do the research abroad?
Yes, the research can be conducted abroad, but the grant must still be managed by a Danish main host institution.
How long does the LF Early-Career Clinician Scientist grant last?
Up to five years, with 100% time dedication to the project in year one and reduced but ongoing research and clinical commitments afterward.
Is this grant awarded annually?
Yes, the Lundbeck Foundation runs this call annually with a single-stage application process.
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