The training program consists of two principal components: 1) Didactic course work with concentrations in basic science, bioinformatics, clinical trials, epidemiology, health services research or implementation science; and 2) Concurrent applied in-depth research experience in the conception, execution, and dissemination of a well-designed research project. In order to adapt to the needs of the healthcare marketplace, the program has broad criteria to matriculate both predoctoral and postdoctoral trainees who are pursing or have either an MD and/or PhD. Guided by their program faculty preceptor, trainees are instructed in the philosophy, ethics, and theory behind research, as well as methodological techniques derived from a broad array of basic, clinical, and public health sciences. The Programs Leads undertake administration of this program while progress is monitored continuously by Program Faculty Preceptors, and quarterly by the Selection and Mentoring Committee. Trainees are expected to present their work to the Selection and Mentoring Committee, at local and national scientific conferences and the UM KUHR Annual Regional Research Retreat. By the end of the training program, trainees will have completed both the requirements for an advanced research degree and a mentored research project, including publication of their findings in the peer-reviewed literature. Based on our past records, graduates of our institution’s training programs are well-positioned to establish a longitudinal research agenda and to pursue an independent research career in academic medicine.
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