Education For High School Students For Graduate Students Oncology Summer Internship (OSI) For Faculty Cancer Clinical Trial Bootcamp Mentorship, Education & Training Program Mentorship, Education and Training (MET) Program Home Mentorship, Education and Training Program Now Accepting Applications Applications due: October 14, 2024 APPLY NOW Catalyze Your Success in Cancer Research The year-long Mentorship, Education, and Training (MET) program offers early-stage and mid-career faculty (mentees) in basic, clinical, and population sciences the opportunity to engage with senior CFCCC members (mentors) to overcome career and scientific challenges. Program Structure Each mentee begins by presenting an overview of their research and challenges at the MET Advisory Panel to 3-5 senior CFCCC investigators. These experts provide guidance on next steps, resources, and facilitate collaborations. The mentee is then paired with a mentor who meets with them for 12 months, acting as a thought partner throughout the program. The MET experience concludes at the annual CFCCC Scientific Retreat in the fall, where mentees present their outcomes and accomplishments from the year-long mentorship to the entire CFCCC community. "MET allowed me to learn best practices directly from senior CFCCC members versus attempting to figure things out on my own... I tie my ability to successfully obtain the Hematology/Oncology Pharmacy Association Early Career Research Grant to my experience in MET." -Shawn Griffin, Pharm.D., 2022 MET Mentee Timeline and Eligibility Timeline: Applications open: August 7, 2024 Deadline: September 16, 2024 Notifications: October 4, 2024 Eligibility: Must be an early-stage or mid-career academic faculty pursuing careers with a substantial cancer research component in basic, clinical, or population sciences. Must obtain approval from you chair (and/or division chief, if appropriate) to allocate time for participation. Must be a CFCCC member or become a CFCCC member by November 2024. Must be available to attend the 2024 CFCCC Scientific Retreat on November 8, 2024. FAQs Why should I apply? Expert guidance: Receive structured guidance from senior CFCCC investigators to overcome scientific and career challenges. Year-long mentorship: Benefit from an expert mentor(s) for 12 months, providing continuous support and advice. Collaboration opportunities: Connect with experienced researchers and potential collaborators to advance your career and research. Showcase your work: Present your research outcomes at the end of the program, enhancing your professional profile. Career development: Gain support tailored for junior and mid-career faculty, helping you to navigate career obstacles. How often would I meet with my mentor(s)? Approximately every 4-6 weeks. The mentee is solely responsible for coordinating regular meetings with their mentor(s). To kick off the year-long MET program successfully, it's suggested to meet monthly for the first three months and at least every other month thereafter. The frequency is ultimately decided by the mentee and mentor(s). What are the required program activities? Complete pre-, intra-, and post-evaluation surveys to assess development. Participate in the MET Advisory Panel, presenting a brief overview of your research and challenges to senior CFCCC investigators for guidance and collaboration. This meeting typically occurs in October or early November before the annual CFCCC Scientific Retreat. Attend the 2024 CFCCC Scientific Retreat on Friday, November 8, 2024, at the Waterfront Beach Resort in Huntington Beach, CA. Pre-registration is required. Schedule regular meetings with mentor(s), suggested monthly for the first three months and at least every other month thereafter. Present your outcomes and accomplishments from the year-long mentorship at the end of the program (fall 2025). Who do I contact for additional questions? Please email Kimberly Castellanos at kecastel@hs.uci.edu.