- Develop a sustainable pipeline for physician-scientists in the School of Medicine
- Coordinate physician-scientist development and community across the School of Medicine
- Provide infrastructure and resources for physician-scientists in the School of Medicine
- Increase the number of MDs and MD/PhDs who pursue, succeed, and are retained in basic, clinical, and translational research
The Research Careers Ahead! Professional Development Series aims to inspire students, trainees and junior faculty to embrace a research career. Each session will equip participants with knowledge and skills needed to develop a robust research program as well as provide an opportunity for professional networking with other scientists.
If you have a topic, speaker or idea you would like to share, please contact us.
REGISTER FOR OUR UPCOMING SESSION:
June 28, 4-5pm
Mechanics of Writing a Compelling Grant: What Reviewers Want to See and How to Give it to Them Michael Dee Gunn, MD, Professor of Medicine and Immunology
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Strategies for Navigating the Academic Job Market Andrew Landstrom, MD, Associate Professor of Pediatrics, Duke University (May 24, 2023)
Dr. Landstrom focuses on practical tips and advice on the transition from the end of training to a faculty position from a first-hand perspective.
How to Effectively Use Social Media for Public Engagement in Science Matthew Sparks, MD, Associate Professor of Medicine and Program Director, Nephrology Fellowship (April 26, 2023)
This session will focus on how to use modern communication skills to not only promote your science, but also to propel your career.
Tips for Writing an Effective Abstract Samantha Kaplan, PhD; Research and Education Liaison Librarian to the School of Medicine, Duke Medical Center Library (March 22, 2023)
When you search PubMed (or most databases), did you know you’re only searching the title, abstract and keywords? That’s why it’s so important to write an effective, concise, and clear abstract! Watch this session to understand how abstracts help people find your paper, learn how to pick keywords, and think about how to refine your abstract writing skills.