What is a potential conflict of interest (COI)?
Sep 03, 2026
For purposes of this program, a potential conflict of interest may include, but is not limited to:
- A current financial interest in Legend Biotech
- A close personal, supervisory, or professional relationship with a Steering Committee member, Legend Biotech or RR Consultant employee that could reasonably call impartiality into question; or
- Any other interest or relationship that could directly and materially affect the application’s review or funding decision.
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How long will my draft application be saved?
Sep 03, 2026
Drafts are saved automatically every 1.5 seconds and will be retained until the application deadline. All incomplete drafts are deleted from the system at the deadline.
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My CV is longer than 5 pages. What should I do?
Sep 03, 2026
The applicant must prepare a condensed version. Submissions with CVs exceeding 5 pages will not be reviewed. The CV Format Guide provides guidance on how to condense a CV.
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What file formats are accepted for uploads?
Sep 03, 2026
PDF only for all attachments (CV, letters of support, additional documents). Maximum individual file size: 10 MB. Total submission limit: 50 MB.
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Can I use the same letter writer for both letters of support?
Sep 03, 2026
No. Each letter must come from a different individual. Both may be from the same institution, but independent perspectives from different institutions are strongly preferred.
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What documents are required?
Sep 03, 2026
Required materials include your CV/Biosketch, proposal, letters of support, institutional approval confirmation, and any additional submission requirements listed in Application Essentials.
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What is the application deadline?
Sep 03, 2026
Applications must be submitted by November 20, 2026. Late submissions cannot be considered.
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Can I apply for two different categories?
Sep 03, 2026
No Applicants may submit only one application in one grant category per cycle.
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Who is eligible to apply?
Sep 03, 2026
Applicants must hold an MD or DO degree, have approximately 5–10 years of professional experience, and be employed by a U.S. institution eligible to receive grant funding.