Predoctoral Trainees: TL1/T32 and ITMAT Scholarship
RFA for Predoctoral Training in Clinical and Translational Science
We are pleased to announce a request for applications from predoctoral Medical, Dental, Veterinary, Nursing, and Biomedical PhD students at Penn who are interested in pursuing either a certificate or a master's degree in clinical and translational science with funding provided by the Institute for Translational Medicine and Therapeutics (ITMAT).
CTSA TL1/T32 Predoctoral Training Grant *T32 currently under review at NIH*
The application deadline for funding beginning July 1, 2026 is December 1, 2025.
This program is geared towards training individuals:
Interested in structured training in clinical and translational research methods across the translational science spectrum - from the biological basis of health and disease to interventions that improve the health of individuals and the public
Seeking mentorship that takes a holistic approach to support all aspects of career development
Pursuing a career with substantial engagement in clinical and translational research
Projects may be preclinical research, clinical research, or clinical implementation research.
Trainees may choose from a range of concentrations: Discovery, Translational Therapeutics, Regulatory Science, Bioinformatics, and Entrepreneurial Science.
Applicants are encouraged to contact Megan Maxwell, Senior Associate Director to discuss their learning objectives and career goals.
Positions are open to Penn students in the MD, DMD, VMD, or PhD programs.
Applicants to the TL1/T32 award must be US citizens or have permanent resident status.
If you have other funding under review or awarded at the time of application up until appointment, please notify us to discuss eligibility.
- Medical students should apply in their third year of medical school and are only eligible for the MSTR degree. - Dental students should apply in their second year of dental school. DMD students should first seek guidance from their academic advisor before considering an application. - PhD students should apply after their candidacy examination and have approval from their graduate group chair before applying. - Vet students should review the PenVet OneHealth Requirements prior to applying.
TL1/T32 appointees will receive $20,200 toward tuition and a stipend (prorated, paid monthly, during year 1 of the program) of $28,788 (FY 25 amount by NIH policy, subject to change).
ITMAT Tuition Scholarships may be awarded to MSTR students.
Only one application is required for both the chosen educational program and associated funding awards. All eligible applicants who apply during the fall application cycle are considered for funding awards.
