Opportunities

For Current and Aspiring FA Scientists

Have an Idea?

Apply for Grant Funding

Whether you’re an established investigator or an aspiring one, we welcome your proposals and are eager to support your journey towards making a difference in the lives of those affected by FA.

Ready for Your Next Move?

Jobs in FA Research

Explore job opportunities in the FA field and join a community of dedicated professionals committed to making a difference. Browse open positions and take the next step in your FA career.

Come See What It's All About

The FA Symposium

There’s no better place to immerse yourself in what it means to be an FA researcher. At the FA Scientific Symposium, you’ll hear from leading experts in the FA field as well as innovators from the areas of cancer and novel therapeutics. You’ll meet individuals with FA and their families, and hear first hand why your research matters.

The Latest

News & Events

2025 Research Updates

Research is the answer to one day making FA a treatable, manageable disease. Here, you'll discover the most recent strides in FA research and activities funded by FCF. Every quarter, we'll bring you updates on newly funded grants, ongoing projects, and significant milestones.

Read More >

My Unexpected Journey With FA

I am a poet, a writer, and a storyteller. I’m also a student, and an older brother to a young man with FA and special needs. I’m a DACA recipient. I’m here. I’m present. I am more than my current mental state, and more than this diagnosis.

Read More >

Recent Changes to U.S. Healthcare Policy and What They Could Mean for the FA Community

People with rare diseases like FA often rely on a combination of healthcare programs and insurance coverage. Any change that reduces access to care or increases out-of-pocket costs can have real-world consequences for our community.

Read More >