The goal of the GHUCCTS TBS program is to prepare predoctoral students (PhDs, dual MD-PhDs) to become the next generation of leaders in clinical and translational research and science. Trainees are taught how to build and lead transdisciplinary collaborative research programs through engaging in dual-mentored training experiences in preclinical and clinical research. Trainees receive didactic education in human health and disease that takes advantage of existing courses, seminars, and workshops through GHUCCTS-sponsored activities and training programs, including the master’s program in Clinical and Translational Science. Students are also trained in: human subject research methodology & bioethics; grant writing & peer review; community engagement & team science; negotiation & networking; and other career enhancement skills that are tailored to the individual trainee's Career Development Plan.

The TBS Program supplements existing PhD programs at GU and HU. Students interested in complementing their discipline-specific training with additional training in translational biomedical science are encouraged to apply. Applications that propose trans-, inter-, or multi-disciplinary and collaborative research projects, within the T1-T4 translational research continuum will be considered. We anticipate funding up to 6 predoctoral students with a start date of early fall 2026. For further details regarding the TBS Program, visit our website.

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