Message from the Associate Dean, Graduate Studies
We also have a variety of programs to increase opportunities for those interested in pursuing careers as clinician scientists. First, there is the MD-STIR (Special Training in Research) program that provides first and second year medical students with an intense 6 month research experience. We also have a combined MD/PhD program that allows students in the MD program to carry our research and complete a PhD during the course of their medical training. The MD/PhD program is also available to those in the PhD program that later decide that they also want to pursue a degree in medicine. Trainees in our MD/PhD program are outstanding students and will be the clinician scientist leaders of tomorrow. Finally, we have a Clinician Investigator Program that allows residents receive an MSc degree while further developing their research skills as part of their residency training.
The Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry has superb research infrastructure spread through several contiguous buildings that includes, world-class laboratories and CORE Research Facilities with PhD-level directors to facilitate diverse, cutting-edge research. In close collaboration with the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research, the Centre for Teaching and Learning and a host of other groups, we also provide a diverse array of professional development resources to help you navigate today’s increasingly complex research landscape toward your career of choice.
In summary, the Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry at the University of Alberta offers a broad range of exciting graduate research programs and is an excellent place to pursue an advanced degree. I invite you to explore our programs and thank you for your interest!
Dr. Greg Funk
Associate Dean of Research (Graduate Programs)