TEAMS Program
The Georgia CTSA TEAMS (Translational Education and Mentoring in Science) Program provides faculty, postdocs and clinical fellows from our member institutions the opportunity to develop professional skills in the areas of translational and clinical research, with special emphasis on multidisciplinary teams. This innovative, cohort-based model takes a three-pillared approach to mentoring and includes learning communities, 1:1 mentoring, as well as training and resources.
Fellows selected to participate in our cohort will have the opportunity to participate in both in-person and virtual mentoring during the 9-month program.
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Program Goals
- Develop technical skills for working in a multi-disciplinary team science environment
- Develop relational/interpersonal skills for working in multi-disciplinary team science
- Develop networks to improve collaboration in multi-disciplinary team science
Benefits of Participation
Fellows
Fellows participating in this program will have the opportunity to meet colleagues from other Georgia CTSA institutions, improve communication skills, understand their strengths and areas for development through self-assessment, hone grant writing skills, obtain 1:1 and group mentoring, and develop a personalized individual development plan.
Mentors
Learning Community mentors and 1:1 mentors will enhance their personal mentoring skills, improve communication skills, obtain access to the mentoring toolkit, and receive recognition as Georgia CTSA Mentor of Excellence at program completion.
Program at a Glance
Learning Communities
Fellows selected for the program will be divided into small groups that have similar areas of interest. Each group will be led by a Learning Community Mentor who will guide the discussion and assist in defining the curriculum for the group. Content experts will be invited to participate in monthly video-conferenced meetings to present on topics as determined by the group. Each learning community will have the flexibility to create a curriculum that best fits their needs.
1:1 Mentoring
In addition to team mentoring, fellows will also be matched with a mentor. Pairs are expected to meet once per month for at least one hour. Meetings can take place remotely via Skype, Zoom, etc. or in person.