Faculty Career Development
The Office of Physician-Scientist Career Development is a resource for faculty with an M.D. (or equivalent) degree who are pursuing biomedical research of any type as a major component of their professional effort.
In addition to the resources provided below, faculty are encouraged to contact the Director on an individual basis to explore how the Office may be able to assist them in achieving their career goals.
Use the tabs below to explore programs, colloquia, career resources, grants, honor societies, and helpful links.
Programs & Affiliated Offices
The Office of Physician-Scientist Career Development works closely with the following programs and offices. Faculty are encouraged to explore these resources and contact the Director for personalized guidance.
Physician-Scientist Discussion Sessions & Colloquia
These sessions bring together leading physician-scientists for open discussions on research careers, challenges, and opportunities. All faculty are welcome to attend.
📧 To join the announcement list, email pscdadmin@uchc.edu
Past Sessions
- November 13, 2023 — Dr. Scott Rivkees
- March 14, 2022 — Dr. Alvin C. Powers
- March 29, 2021 — Sekar Kathiresan
- April 15, 2019 — Dr. Robert Colbert [PDF]
- April 9, 2018 — Dr. Stephanie Eisenbarth [PDF]
- February 27, 2017 — Dr. Margaret H. Baron [PDF]
- March 21, 2016 — Dr. Michael Rosenblum [PDF]
- March 25, 2015 — Dr. Christine Seidman [PDF]
- March 10, 2014 — Dr. Barry Coller [PDF]
- March 4, 2013 — Dr. Kenneth Kaushansky [PDF]
- March 7, 2011 — Dr. Andrew I. Schafer
Career Resources
Literature Related to the Physician-Scientist Career Path
Career Development Resources
Selected Grants, Awards & Opportunities
The following grants and awards are specifically targeted at physician-scientists. Faculty are encouraged to contact the Director for guidance on applications and eligibility.
- Physician-Scientist Career Enhancement Travel Award in Molecular Oncology
- Junior Physician Investigator Award — American Federation for Medical Research
- Burroughs Wellcome Fund
- Doris Duke Charitable Foundation — Clinical Scientist Development Award
- NIH Loan Repayment Programs
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Physician-Scientist Honor Societies
Faculty are encouraged to become knowledgeable about physician-scientist-specific honorific societies and the level of achievement they seek for successful membership nominations. This Office seeks to identify appropriate candidates for nomination at UConn Health and to provide guidance or assistance in the nomination process as needed.
Please contact us if you are, or are aware of, a potential candidate for nomination.
Other Helpful Links
The following organizations provide additional support, advocacy, and community for physician-scientists and clinical translational researchers.
Contact the Director
Andrew Arnold, M.D.
Director, Office of Physician-Scientist Career Development