Global Clinical Scholars Research Training

Program Overview

The Global Clinical Scholars Research Training certificate program is tailored for clinicians and clinician-scientists in the United States and abroad, offering advanced education in health care research and methodologies. Through a blended learning approach—combining online resources, live virtual seminars, and interactive workshops—the program is designed to strengthen your skills at every stage of the research process, from drafting grant proposals and initiating projects to analyzing data and presenting findings. Most applicants have an intermediate background in clinical research and have authored at least one conference abstract, publication, or peer-reviewed article. 

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Program Format

This one-year blended program is designed for working professionals, and features three in-person workshops with online seminars in between. Participants can expect to dedicate an average of 7-10 hours per week to coursework, which includes viewing pre-recorded materials, attending live online lectures, participating in faculty review sessions, collaborating on team projects, and working on an individual capstone assignment. Attendance at the in-person workshops is required for successful completion of the program.  

Workshop Dates

Workshop 1: October 21-24, 2025 | Boston, MA

Workshop 2: April 14-17, 2026 | Live Virtual

Workshop 3 & Graduation: October 19-23, 2026 | Boston, MA

Program Objectives

In this immersive program, you will explore the latest advancements and best practices in clinical research—improving your ability to drive health care innovation and achieve better outcomes. Throughout the program, you will learn alongside a talented group of peers from around the world, collaborating to create a deeper and more enduring understanding of the topics. 

By attending Global Clinical Scholars Research Training, you will enhance your ability to: 

• Design and conduct both observational and experimental clinical research
• Analyze, interpret, and present clinical research data effectively
• Write and refine successful grant proposals
• Lead clinical teams in diverse health care settings

Benefits

The comprehensive program curriculum features five to six interactive webinars monthly and more than 85 recorded online lectures. In addition to the core coursework, you will personalize your experience by choosing a concentration (Advanced Quantitative Methods in Epidemiology and Principles and Practice of Clinical Trials) and an elective (*Drug Development, Secondary Analysis of Clinical Trials, Machine Learning, or Metabolomics ) that aligns with your interests. Throughout the program, scholars are expected to develop and submit a research proposal.

Upon fulfilling the Global Clinical Scholars Research Training program requirements, you will be awarded a Harvard Medical School Certificate of Completion and are eligible to become Associate Member of Harvard Medical School and Harvard University Alumni Association.

*Subject to change

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