UCLA CTSI K Scholars Society Applications Due

UCLA CTSI K Scholars Society 

Cohort 2026-2028

Registration deadline: July 6, 2026

Program dates: July 2026 to June 2028

The K Scholars Society, managed by the UCLA CTSI’s KL2 Program, supports the career development of early stage investigators building careers in clinical and translational research. 

Eligibility

• Have an appointment at one of the UCLA CTSI institutions (Cedars-Sinai, CDU, Harbor-UCLA/Lundquist Institute, and UCLA). 
• Be the principal investigator of one of the options below. You will be asked to supply grant information and the first page of your notice of award on the registration form.
  1. Current NIH K or equivalent other federal (e.g. DOD) or foundation (e.g. AHA, Doris Duke) career development award or VA award
  2. First NIH R01 grant or equivalent in the first 2 years of funding.
• Commit to participate in the two-year curriculum as described below.
• If you are currently in the K Scholars Society, you do not need to re-register.

TWO-YEAR CURRICULUM ACTIVITIES 

These monthly meetings generally take place via Zoom on the 3rd Tuesday of each month from 4:00-5:00pm unless otherwise noted. 2026-2027 dates include 7/21/26, 8/18/26, 9/15/26, 10/20/26, 11/17/26, 12/15,26, 1/19/27, 2/16/27, 3/16/27, 4/20/27, 5/18/27, and 6/15/27.

PROGRAM RESOURCES 

• Monthly didactic lectures
• NIH Mock Study Sections
• Professional grant writer consultations 
• Scientific networking 
• Foster and nurture multidisciplinary collaborations 

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED BY JULY 6, 2026. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!

Space is available on a first come, first served basis.