Charles A. King Trust Postdoctoral Research Fellowship Program

Overview

The Charles A. King Trust Postdoctoral Fellowship Program supports basic and clinical research on the causes of human disease with the mission of improving its treatment. The program provides funding to mid- to late-stage postdoctoral fellows and mentored clinician scientists training in Massachusetts to help them become independent investigators. In keeping with the mission of the Charles A. King Trust, the program is designed to support research across biomedical fields that focuses on the causes of human diseases with the mission of improving treatment.  

Applicants may apply under one of the two separate, but linked programs: 

• Basic and Preclinical Science Award Program 

• Clinical and Implementation Research Award Program 

Additional funding from the Sarah Elizabeth O’Brien Trust and Simeon J. Fortin Charitable Foundation supports research focused on cancer or vision. Applicants in these research areas are highly encouraged to apply. 

To advance scientific discovery through diversity of thought and maximize the impact of biomedical research funding, the program seeks to support the next generation of scientific leaders who are dedicated to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive research environment, and who contribute to the wider research community and promote positive research culture. 

Awards are for two years, starting October 1, 2025, and range from $194,100 to $215,000 total, inclusive of a $25,000 annual flexible expense allowance. 

Funders: 

Bank of America, N.A., Melissa MacGillivray Dane, and Susan Monahan serve as Co-Trustees of the Charles A. King Trust. Private foundations, individuals and other contributors have joined the Charles A. King Trust in supporting the Postdoctoral Research Fellowship Program. Proposals focused on cancer or vision are highly encouraged due to the availability of dedicated fellowships supported by the generous funding contributed respectively from the Sara Elizabeth O’Brien Trust, Bank of America, N.A., Trustee, and the Simeon J. Fortin Charitable Foundation, Bank of America, N.A., Trustee.

Eligibility

Senior postdoctoral researchers and mentored clinician scientists working in the state of Massachusetts. By October 1, 2025. See 2025 Application Guidelines for full criteria. 

For assistance, please contact: KingAwards@hria.org