Training Future Leaders in Regenerative Medicine
Program Description
The DPS career development program is designed to develop highly trained individuals who can produce impactful research in regenerative medicine. DPS fellows will participate in CRM activities and follow the same training plan as postdoctoral fellows in the T32 and Rita Levi-Montalcini (RLM) positions. The DPS program consists of 7 monthly career development sessions, 2 Ignite-style short talk sessions, and 2 additional small group discussions. Scholars who successfully complete the DPS program also receive $1,000 in travel funds to attend and present at a regenerative medicine-related conference of their choice.
Program Objectives
- Develop highly trained individuals who can produce impactful research in regenerative medicine
- Provide training in scientific leadership, management, and communication
- Support interdisciplinary connection with other postdocs in regenerative medicine
Example Career Development Session Topics
- Team dynamics and conflict resolution
- Lab Startup and Funding and Research Lab
- Effective Scientific Communication
- Grant Writing 101 and Manuscript Submission Tips
- Hiring and Mentoring
- Job Applications and Negotiations
- Academic Entrepreneurship
If you are a postdoc or have a postdoc who may be interested in this program, please visit our application page for terms and eligibility information.