Research Leadership
Postdoctoral fellows are expected to:
- Lead innovative research projects
- Develop new scientific directions
- Build interdisciplinary collaborations
- Contribute to team science initiatives
- Mentor students and junior researchers
Career Development
Grant and Fellowship Training
Fellows receive support for applications, including:
- F32 Fellowships
- K99/R00 Pathway to Independence Awards
- VA Career Development Awards
- Foundation Fellowships
- Pilot Project Awards
Professional Development
Training opportunities include:
- Scientific leadership
- Laboratory management
- Personnel supervision
- Budget management
- Research compliance
- Team science
Scientific Communication
Fellows are encouraged to:
- Publish high-impact research
- Present at national meetings
- Develop invited seminars
- Build professional networks
- Engage with scientific societies
Expected Outcomes
By completion of training, fellows will be prepared for:
- Faculty appointments
- Independent research positions
- Government research careers
- Biotechnology and industry leadership roles