Investigator Development
We can help you navigate the clinical research landscape and become a better investigator through our professional education programs, interactive seminars and workshops and on-demand resources. We can also connect you with additional offerings outside NUCATS to meet your needs.
For All Career Stages
- Master of Science in Clinical Investigation
Formal training in clinical research for medical residents, fellows and junior faculty. Individual courses available. - Leadership & Management Strategies for Clinical Investigators
A four-day program on research-tested management and leadership skills that can be applied to the business side of science. - Mentor Training
Workshops designed to train faculty in becoming effective clinical and translational research mentors. - Translational Team Incubators (TTI) Program
The TTI program helps faculty with emerging ideas for an R01-like grant application who need support in assembling the multidisciplinary team necessary for success.
For Early-Stage Investigators
- Charting the Course: A Guide to the Research Ecosystem
A seminar series for early career faculty and postdocs about seeking funding, grant writing and working with Northwestern research support services. - Early-Stage Investigator Academy
The ESI Academy is for early-stage investigators aspiring to secure an NIH K grant or first R01. All early-career faculty and postdoctoral fellows are welcome. - Grant-Writing Coaching Groups
Rick McGee, PhD, associate dean for Professional Development, and Kenzie Cameron, PhD, MPH, senior director of NUCATS Mentoring and Leadership Development, lead grant-writing coaching groups built on highly effective teaching and learning tools. - Succeeding With Your K Award
This small group (typically 10-20 participants) discusses successes and challenges as well as strategies for continued research and career development targeted to K (or similar career development) awardees. - Taking Responsibility for the Responsible Conduct of Research
Designed for recipients of NIH or other training awards that require training in Responsible Conduct of Research.
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