UNC Med Into Grad Program - Program Components

Lunch and Learn Series

Program Goal: To provide biomedical, chemistry, biology and physics graduate students and post doctoral fellows an increased understanding of careers in translational research and to provide the skills, network and support needed to pursue careers in translational research. Lunch will be provided at all sessions. The sessions will be held in 3200 Thurston-Bowles building.
Date	Topic	Faculty
September 14, 2007 12:00 PM	The past and future of collaborations between clinicians and Ph.D. researchers	Dr. Paul Watkins, Director, GCRC
October 12, 2007 1:00 PM	How Ph.D. researchers and clinicians work as a team in the Cystic Fibrosis Center	Dr. Scott Randell Dr. Mike Knowles
November 9, 2007 12:00 PM	What is translational research and how does it interface with basic research?	Dr. P. Kay Lund Dr. Bob Sandler
December 14, 2007 12:00 PM	My research isn't clinically relevant--Are you sure? This session will be led by a team of translational researchers and clinicians who will provide feedback on how each participant’s basic research can be clinically relevant.
January 11, 2008 12:00 PM	Historical perspectives on human research protections, and the Why, What, and How of the IRB process and HIPAA	Dr. Dan Nelson
February 8, 2008 12:00 PM	Translational research careers in industry and government and how these careers differ from careers in academia.	Dr. Denholm (NIEHS) Dr. Martin (GSK)
March 14, 2008 12:00 PM	How to develop collaboration with a clinician A clinician's perspective	Dr. Etta Pisano
April 9, 2008 12:00 PM	How to develop collaboration with a clinician A Ph.D.'s perspective	Dr. Bruce Sullenger
May 9, 2008 TBA	Clinical Trial Design 101 for basic research scientists Sabrena Mervin-Blake, Assistant Director for the Office of Clinical Trials	Sabrena Mervin-Blake, MS
June 13, 2008 12:00PM	How to find a postdoc in translational research Clinicians will provide insight into the interview process and what to look for in a postdoc.	TBA
July 11, 2008 12:00PM	What is it like to hold a faculty position in a clinical department and tips on securing a faculty position. Clinicians will provide insight into the interview process and what they are seeking in the ideal candidate.	Dr. Susan Henning
TBA	A networking session with clinicians and translational researchers to foster collaborations and career contacts. Keynote address by Shelley Earp, Director, Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center	Dr. Shelley Earp

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