Career Education and Enhancement for Health Care Research Diversity Program for Medical Students (CEED II)

Providing medical students with exposure to translational research and the skills needed for a successful research career

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CEED II Scholars

The Career Education and Enhancement for Health Care Diversity Program for Medical Students (CEED II) is a career development program designed for minorities who are underrepresented in academic medicine or the health sciences. The goal of CEED II is to provide a solid foundation for a successful research career for University of Pittsburgh medical students who are interested in pursuing careers in translational research. The program offers a diverse array of skills training, funding, networking, and mentoring to accomplish this goal including:

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1. Funding

   Provision of funding (up to $1500 per scholar) to support research activities (which must be used by June 30 of the following year)

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2. Skill-building Sessions

   Including talks on: giving presentations, writing with clarity, setting and meeting realistic goals, developing effective CVs, and increasing productivity

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3. Networking

   Opportunities to network with junior and senior investigators and role models

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4. Check-in Meetings

   At least biannual face-to-face meetings with the program director to set personalized goals