General Internal Medicine Research Training

The Division of General Internal Medicine offers a rich array of research training opportunities that prepare the next generation of physician-scientists and interdisciplinary investigators. Fellows and scholars benefit from structured mentorship, tailored career development, and access to the University of Pittsburgh’s robust research infrastructure. Programs such as the Clinician-Researcher Fellowship, the Clinical and Translational Science (CTS) Scholars Program (KL2), and the Physician Scientist Incubator provide rigorous, individualized training in study design, biostatistics, leadership, and grant writing. Complementing these, federally funded initiatives like the BUILD-UP T32 and the PittCATS K12 training programs cultivate a diverse cadre of researchers dedicated to addressing substance use, chronic pain, and other pressing public health challenges. Together, these programs foster a collaborative, inclusive environment that equips trainees with the knowledge, experience, and support needed to launch impactful, independent research careers.

Clinician-Researcher Fellowship

The Clinician-Researcher Fellowship prepares physicians for academic careers in clinical and health services research through rigorous training, mentorship, and hands-on experience. Fellows earn a Master of Science in Clinical Research from the Institute for Clinical Research Education (ICRE), gaining skills in study design, biostatistics, epidemiology, and grant writing while completing mentored research projects and developing competitive grant proposals. Tailored tracks in Women’s Health, Medicine-Pediatrics, and Hospital Medicine allow fellows to align training with their career goals. Graduates emerge as independent investigators and academic leaders equipped to advance the science of medicine and improve patient care.