Program Description
The Fellowship begins every July 1 and ends on June 30, 2 years
later. To be successful, fellows require focused didactic training,
expert mentoring and a clear research plan. At the start of the
2-year program, fellows and senior mentors will develop a training
plan that is tailored to the background and interests of each fellow
and the resources available at UCSF. We expect fellows to develop
content and methodologic expertise, strong communications skills,
and experience and skill in building and leading teams. In the first
year, fellows will complete the UCSF Advanced
Training in Clinical Research (where they may elect to obtain
a Masters
Degree in Clinical Research) and may also take courses from
the UCSF Programs in Biological
Sciences and Biomedical
Sciences (PIBS). Advanced
Training in Clinical Research includes training in core disciplines
including epidemiologic methods, biostatistics, clinical trials,
molecular methods, medical informatics, scientific writing, grant
preparation, and research ethics.
The second year will focus on completion of research and writing
projects under the supervision of senior
faculty mentors. Mentors will provide access to existing databases
(such as the UCSF Coordinating Center study databases) and repositories
of biological specimens, advice in selection of research projects,
assistance in study design and performance, guidance in ethical
conduct of research and career counseling. A Women's Health Research
Seminar will provide an opportunity for fellows to present work
in progress, address methodologic issues and improve writing and
presentation skills.
Fellows will provide clinical care and clinical teaching in appropriate
services in the UCSF Women's Health Clinical Center on the Mount
Zion campus. Fellows will also make presentations and conduct discussions
for local community groups in their area of expertise. During training,
these activities will be limited to 25% effort.
Women's Health Fellows will be located in the UCSF Women's Health
Clinical Research Center, in close proximity to the UCSF Women's
Health Clinical Center on the Mount Zion Campus. Location
and directions.
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