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Mastering Collaborative Research Leadership

Recognizing the increasingly team-oriented nature of clinical investigation, the CCTS Training Academy has created the RISE Leadership Course to develop the scientific and organizational leaders of the future. Over 8-weeks and using a more immersive, experiential structure, RISE is designed primarily for clinical research staff professionals who wish to play more prominent leadership roles in the conduct of research.

In-Person Training, Thursdays (from January 23 to March 13, 2025), 1-3pm, SHEL 105


Learning Objectives

  • Fundamental Concepts of Leadership - Project leadership and teamwork, delegation and accountability and Navigating circumstances with diplomacy
  • Interpersonal Effectiveness - Emotional Intelligence, Communcations and Biases
  • Trust Building - Critical conversations, Inclusive Intelligence and Conflict Management
  • Building a Community of Practice  - Clinical and Translational Science, Managing Up and Networking

Who should attend RISE?

The target audience for RISE includes (in order of priority) clinical research staff professionals at Career Ladder Levels 4, 3 and 2 (with more than 5 years of experience). Early-career faculty scholars (instructors, assistant professors) and postdoctoral fellows are also invited to apply.


Get Ready to Apply!

Candidates must submit an updated CV or resume and a completed application form to apply for this training. Additionally, applicants should consult their supervisor, as formal enrollment requires supervisor approval and pre-coursework completion.

Applications Open October 1


Leadership Resources

More Leadership Resources (Coming Soon) Clinical Trials Kiosk


 Curriculum

SESSION DATE TOPICS
Session 1 January 23, 2025 Fundamental Concepts of Leadership: Introduction
Session 2 January 30, 2025 Fundamental Concepts of Leadership: Teamwork
Session 3 February 6, 2025 Interpersonal Effectiveness: Self-Awareness
Session 4 February 13, 2025  Interpersonal Effectiveness: Communications
Session 5 February 20, 2025 Trust Building: Trust & Trustworthiness
Session 6 February 27, 2025 Trust Building: Change Agency
Session 7 March 6, 2025 Building a Community of Practice: Leading Clinical and Translational Science Programs
Session 8 March 13, 2025 Building a Community of Practice: Networking
Session 9 Nov. 11, 2024 Developing Negotiating Skills

Questions?

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