This 9-month seminar series is an introduction to foundational concepts important for early stage researchers and team members. The series is divided into five modules:

1. Finding funding: basic proposal development, introduction to NIH and non-NIH funding mechanisms, pilot awards, foundation funding
2. Communication skills: paper writing, 10-minute scientific talk, pitches, working with the media
3. Mentor/Mentee training: eight core concepts needed for successful mentoring relationships
4. Applied Good Clinical and Data Practices: introduction to how regulations regarding human subjects research in applied to actual projects
5. Lessons Learned from Successful Researchers: developing a strong NIH biosketch, panel on tips for early stage researchers, time management and career strategies, non-PI roles in research

The full schedule is here:

https://tracs.unc.edu/docs/education/NCTraCS_Professional_Development_Seminar_2019-2020.pdf