Connect Research with Patient Care
Gain hands-on cancer research experience while working alongside physician-scientists in one of the nation's leading collaborative cancer research environments. Over eight weeks, you'll explore how discoveries move from the laboratory to the clinic through mentorship, research, and collaboration across Case Comprehensive Cancer Center.
Program Highlights
- Work at the intersection of research and medicine, where laboratory discoveries become new approaches to patient care.
- Learn from physician-scientists who balance research with clinical practice.
- Develop the skills needed for academic medicine, oncology, and physician-scientist careers.
- Collaborate across an NCI-designated consortium comprehensive cancer center spanning Case Western Reserve University, University Hospitals, and Cleveland Clinic.
- See how multidisciplinary teams move discoveries toward clinical trials and patient impact.
Eligibility
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Be enrolled at the Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine or Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine.
- Complete at least one year of medical school before the program begins and remain in good academic standing.
- Select a Case Western Reserve University faculty mentor who agrees to program expectations.
- Preferably use the research experience to fulfill partial MD research requirements.
Program Requirements
Participants must:
- Present their research at the End of Summer Symposium.
- Submit a final research report to cancer-training@case.edu
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Applications are now open at the link: bit.ly/4gZlVU2
Financial Award
The Case Comprehensive Cancer Center Summer Medical Training Award funds medical student research training projects in oncology. Each award provides $4,000 as a trainee summer stipend. An additional $500 is given to the hosting laboratory for research materials and supplies.
Mentors are expected to match this award with a commitment of at least $500 for research supplies and materials for the trainee summer project as well.
Expectations
Trainee Expectations
The research and training expectations are that trainees will:
- Meet with their mentor or designee on a weekly basis
- Design or participate in one or more investigation projects
- Submit two progress reports to their mentor outlining the work being performed over the eight-week program (5th week and 8th week)
- Complete responsible conduct of research and safety modules, preferably prior to the start of the research period
- Attend department seminars to further develop an understanding of the field
- Acknowledge the support of the training grant in all posters and presentations that come out of the work in this program with “Supported by a Summer Medical Training research grant from the Case Comprehensive Cancer Center"
Training Site Expectations
The training site should conduct cancer research and have an established research program as indicated by the following criteria:
- Successful extra- and or intramural competitive grant funding
- Current IRB-approved clinical, or laboratory investigations
- Research presentations at national or international meetings
- Publications in peer-reviewed journals
- Dedicated funds, space, and support personnel available to ensure the completion of projects in which the applicant will participate
Mentor Expectations
The mentor(s) should be well-established and have:
- Mentoring experience with former trainees who have productive scientific careers
- Expertise in the proposed area of research
- Expertise in research methodology
The mentor(s) must commit the necessary time to provide both specific and general research training for the trainee, supervise the trainee’s research project, and provide the necessary equipment and resources to carry out the research project.
Application
Applications are now open at the link: bit.ly/4gZlVU2
Contact
damian.junk@case.edu for information