Are you a U-M staff member who works on health-related research studies?

Are you interested in professional growth and development?

If so, consider applying to STEP.up, a formal mentorship program for research professionals. We are currently accepting mentor and mentee applications for our fourth cohort. Each year we accept a limited number of pairs to participate in the 9-month program. A major consideration for acceptance is whether we can make an appropriate match between potential mentor and mentee.

Mentors typically have at least 5-8 years of professional experience, a career-long pursuit of professional development for themselves, and a passion for coaching others. Mentees are self-starters and independent learners who envision a research career but are still in the early stages of their journey.

Program Details:

9-month program from October 2021 – June 2022
Mentor training session for mentors only
Program Kick-off session for mentors and mentees
Expected monthly time commitment for mentors and mentees is approximately one hour/month to meet, plus mentee time spent working towards a professional development goal
End-of-program Celebration to acknowledge everyone’s hard work and to network with peers

Who: Research staff working in health research

What: Formal mentorship program to support professional growth and development

When: Deadline to apply is August 1, 2021. You will be notified of application status by the end of September 2021. The program begins in October 2021.

Why: To gain new knowledge, skills, and abilities, and expand your professional network

How: Click here for MENTEE application or here for MENTOR application

For questions about STEP.up or your eligibility to apply, contact Angie Lyden.