MICHR Postdoctoral Translational Science Program (PTSP)
Designed to prepare those with a doctorate in biomedical science, engineering or social science disciplines for independent research careers
Who?
Any U-M researcher holding a doctoral degree in any science or health-related field, including, but not limited to: the biomedical, behavioral, and social sciences; data science, bioinformatics, and biostatistics; engineering; and health professions such as nursing, pharmacy, public health, and allied health disciplines, WSU EACPHS researchers (Offerings may vary for researchers external to U-M. Please contact us to discuss.) Applicants must be US citizens.
When?
This program is offered annually. The 2026 deadline is October 1.
How much?
Free
What is this offering?
This is a campus wide, multidisciplinary career development program designed to prepare individuals already possessing a doctorate in a biomedical science, engineering or social science discipline for independent careers in translational science. The MICHR PTSP is a career development training program in translational science supported by the National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences (NCATS), a division of the NIH. It provides 2 years of protected research time and support, multidisciplinary mentorship, and competency-based career development for individuals holding a doctoral degree in any science or health-related field, including, but not limited to: the biomedical, behavioral, and social sciences; data science, bioinformatics, and biostatistics; engineering; and health professions such as nursing, pharmacy, public health, and allied health disciplines.
How this advances translational science
Implementing best practices in research and career development to sustain a talented workforce.
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