St. Baldrick's Foundation
St. Baldrick's Foundation Fellowship Award 2026
Fall cycle LOI expected ~July 2026, full app ~Sep 2026. For 2nd/3rd year pediatric oncology fellows. Salary and benefits only.
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The St. Baldrick's Foundation Fellowship Award funds pediatric oncology fellows in their 2nd or 3rd year of training, offering up to $97.5K annually for two years ($195K total) to support salary and benefits. The fellowship targets early-career clinician-researchers in the US committed to advancing pediatric cancer research. This annual award is part of St. Baldrick's focus on childhood cancer innovation.
Details
| Funder | St. Baldrick's Foundation |
| Budget | Up to $97.5K/yr for 2 years ($195K total) |
| Deadline | 1 September 2026 |
| Duration | 2-3 years |
| Consortium | No |
| Application | LOI → full-proposal |
| TRL | 1-3 |
| Frequency | annual |
| Next round | 2026-05 |
| Career stage | Early-career opportunity |
| Eligible countries | US |
Who Should Apply
- •Pediatric oncology fellows in 2nd or 3rd year of postgraduate training
- •Clinician-researchers based at US institutions
- •Applicants committed to building careers in pediatric cancer research
- •Fellows with demonstrated interest in translational or clinical oncology
Key Dates
- •Letter of Intent (LOI) expected ~July 2026, full application deadline 1 September 2026
- •Two-stage review: LOI → full proposal
- •Two-year fellowship duration with possible extension to three years
Tips for Applicants
- ✓Support salary and benefits only, research project costs are not fundable, so frame your narrative around protected research time and training development.
- ✓The LOI is a gatekeeping stage; use it to demonstrate your pediatric cancer research vision and institutional commitment clearly and concisely.
- ✓Emphasize your mentorship team and institutional resources for pediatric oncology research; program officers weight training environment heavily.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the St. Baldrick's Foundation Fellowship Award pay?
Up to $97.5K annually for two years, totaling $195K maximum; funds cover salary and benefits only.
Who is eligible for the St. Baldrick's Foundation Fellowship Award?
Pediatric oncology fellows in their 2nd or 3rd postgraduate year, based at US institutions.
When is the deadline for the St. Baldrick's Foundation Fellowship Award?
An LOI is expected ~July 2026, with the full application deadline on 1 September 2026.
Is the St. Baldrick's Foundation Fellowship Award recurring?
Yes, St. Baldrick's runs this programme annually, with the next cycle expected in mid-2026.
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