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 1Leadership Resources
- Primal Leadership by Daniel Goleman
- Management Time: Don’t take the Monkey by William Oncken, Jr. and Donald L. Wass
- Health Disparities and Health Equity: The Issue Is Justice by Paula Braveman, et al.
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?
Contact Ty Lucas (