K&R Writers Series

A 5-month grant writing program held each Spring/Summer with step-by-step instructions and personalized feedback

The K&R Writers Series is a 10-session, intensive grant writing workshop led and supported by senior faculty from multiple disciplines with extensive experience in successful research grant writing. Each participant will also be paired with a faculty member who will provide written feedback throughout the program. Didactic materials and writing assignments are provided prior to each session.

The series will culminate with a mock study section simulating the review process where participants receive feedback on their applications. By the end of the series, your proposal should be nearly ready for submission.

Who should apply?

If you are an early career faculty or senior-level post-doctoral fellow* who is planning to submit a K or R grant application in fall 2026 or spring 2027, then you should apply.

*Consideration will be given on a case-by-case basis to senior-level post-doctoral fellows eligible for K99/R00 or similar grants specifically for transition to faculty.

Requirements

Each applicant for this fast-paced, intensive grant writing program needs to:

  • Have already identified a funding mechanism with help from your primary scientific mentor and verified your eligibility.
  • Provide a letter of commitment from your primary scientific mentor who will review your proposal assignments throughout the series.
  • Submit: a current CV, draft Biosketch, draft Specific Aims page or a 1-page outline of the proposed research project, and a 1-page outline of the approach section (research strategy).
  • Commit to attending at least 90% of required sessions and completing ALL relevant grant application assignments. Dates for each session are listed on the application form.
  

Enrollment will be limited to allow for sufficient faculty feedback to all participants.

 

Learn how to apply for the 2026 K&R Writers Series

 

How to Apply


Click the button below to complete the application form by March 2, 2026. Enrollment is limited to allow for sufficient faculty feedback to all participants.

 

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