VCU C. Kenneth and Dianne Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research

💡Looking for Research Funding? Identifying the right funding for your research can be challenging, but with the right tools and strategies, it’s possible to find the perfect match. Join us for an enlightening session with Dr. Pamela Dillon, where you’ll learn how to assess your research funding needs, navigate and utilize funding databases, and apply effective techniques to leverage these resources for the best funding opportunities. Register here: https://bit.ly/3NwYkwb 📅 Event Date: Thursday, December 5 at 12pm 📍 Location: ZOOM

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How do you define "translational science"?

Leah Gregory, Community and Collaboration Manager, shares her academic research poster - Engage for Equity - with peers at the North American Primary Care Research Group annual conference in Quebec! #NAPCRG #CTSAProgram #CommunityEngagement #healthequity

The VCU Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research invites applications for the position of Senior Research Analyst. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research at the intersection of healthcare and information technology. The Senior Research Analyst will play a pivotal role in advancing our biomedical informatics initiatives to improve health outcomes. Key Responsibilities: ·        Data Management: Collect, process, and analyze complex biomedical datasets to support research objectives. ·        Research Support: Assist in data collection for studies that leverage informatics to enhance healthcare outcomes. ·        Collaboration: Work closely with interdisciplinary teams, including clinicians, IT professionals, and researchers, to integrate informatics solutions into healthcare practices. ·        Reporting: Prepare detailed reports and presentations to communicate findings to stakeholders. Qualifications: ·        Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Informatics, Computer Science, Health Sciences, or a related field; a Master's degree is preferred. ·        Proficiency in SQL, data analysis tools, and programming languages commonly used in biomedical research. ·        Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and generate actionable insights. ·        Excellent communication skills to effectively convey technical information to diverse audiences. Application Process: Join us in our mission to advance healthcare through innovative informatics solutions. Interested candidates should apply through the VCUJOBS portal at https://lnkd.in/g5MiJ_4A VCU is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply. The VCU C. Kenneth and Dianne Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research accelerates the science that promotes healthy communities. It provides the commonwealth with infrastructure and resources that promote interdisciplinary human health research. As the first federally funded clinical and translational research center in Virginia, the Wright Center fosters research collaborations across the state and accelerates the translation of scientific discoveries to patient care. #ctsaprogram #biomedicalinformatics #datascience #translationalscience

Wright Center Administrative Director, Elizabeth Fortune, has been appointed to the Research Administrators Certification Council (RACC) Joint Task Force.  The Joint Task Force will review and update the domains, tasks, and knowledge areas foundational to the profession, refining evaluation metrics and demographic survey components, and analyzing JTA findings to make strategic recommendations for future Certified Research Administrator (CRA) exams to continue to promote excellence and competency within the field. Congratulations on this accomplishment, Liz!

At the CTSA Fall program meeting, Dr. Alex Krist, Wright Center’s Director of Community Engagement, showcased his VA-AHEAD initiative, a recipient of the RC2 grant award, emphasizing community-driven approaches to health equity data. #CTSAProgram #CommunityEngagement #healthequity #2024FallCTSAmtg

Leah Gregory, Wright Center’s Community and Collaboration Manager, shares insights from her academic poster on community partnership assessments at the Fall 2024 CTSA gathering. #CTSAProgram #CommunityEngagement #2024FallCTSAmtg

💡 Exciting News! 💡 Join us in supporting Josly Pierre-Louis Odoom as she defends her Ph.D. dissertation titled "Cellular metabolism is a viable therapeutic target for radiation-induced pulmonary fibrosis" in the Clinical and Translational Sciences PhD program. Under the mentorship of Dr. Patricia J. Sime, Josly’s work contributes valuable insights to the field of pulmonary fibrosis research. Let’s cheer her on as she reaches this significant milestone!

The CTSA Fall Meeting featured a presentation by Dr. Alex Krist, Wright Center Director of Community Engagement, focusing on 'CTSA Collaborations with Primary Care Practice-Based Research Networks'. #CTSA #CTSAProgram #primarycare #PBRN #2024FallCTSAmtg