Resources for U of U Health Researchers
We Invest in Research Success
In these unpredictable times, we’re invested in our researchers’ success. Instead of hiring bright minds and then hoping for the best, we have mentoring programs that give them the skills they need to stand out. We award seed grants that bring new ideas to life, and provide programmatic support so that developed projects can take root and grow branches. We don’t just give our scientists a place to work; we’ve built an environment where they can thrive.
Institutional Resources
Office of the Vice President for Research
The VPR Office cultivates a national and international leading research community. Their website has information about University of Utah research policies and procedures, grants, awards and funding, safety and compliance, facilities and equipment, and more.
HSC Cores
The goal of the cores is to make technology and expertise available to all faculty members and students. 21 core facilities, ranging from DNA sequencing to metabolomics, offer both advanced technologies and equipment to accelerate research.
Technology Licensing Office
Technology Licensing Office is here to connect you with the U and Utah’s innovation ecosystem. They drive technology commercialization, corporate engagement and economic development.
Health Sciences Workforce Excellence
The Health Sciences Workforce Excellence is to create an equal opportunity climate while also addressing health and education from all backgrounds within University of Utah Health.
Clinical and Translational Science Institute
CTSI is the home for clinical and translational science at the U and in the region. They support programs and resources that translate discoveries to impact human health, including cores and services, education and training, and the Clinical Research Support Office (CRSO).
Utah Data Coordinating Center (DCC)
The DCC is a full-service Academic Research Organization (ARO) that operates a comprehensive Clinical and Data Coordinating Center. They support investigators and sponsors in academics, government, and industry with end-to-end expertise in research design, management, execution, and analysis.
AME Lab
The AME Lab is available to support investigators who are interested in learning about Department of Defense funding processes, opportunities, and pathways for support.
Research Education (REd)
Research Education (REd) provides grant writing classes, workshops, and bootcamps to assist investigators in developing competitive proposals for federal funding agencies including NIH, NSF, and the Department of Defense.
Grant Support
Office of Sponsored Projects
OSP supports U faculty through effective management of extramural sponsored proposals and awards funded by federal and state agencies, foundations, and other public and private sources.
Grants and Contracts Accounting
Grants and Contracts Accounting provide responsible fiscal management of grants and contracts in an efficient and caring manner while acting as an advocate for the faculty and staff of the U.
LIFT
The Large Infrastructure Funding Team (LIFT) is designed to assist response teams for center, program, and other large-scale, interdisciplinary grant opportunities. LIFT primarily provides grant writing support.
Collaboration and Team Science Program
The Team Grant Support Program provides proposal development support for research teams at University of Utah Health that are applying for complex and collaborative federal grants.
Pre-Award
Services offered by the Pre-Award Office include researching the funding opportunity, starting and managing the application, providing instructions and checklists of requirements for the opportunity, reviewing all submission documents, assisting with budget preparation, and liaising with the Office of Sponsored Projects to submit the application.
Office of Corporate and Foundation Relations
The Office of Corporate and Foundation Relations can advise investigators on strategic approaches, arrange visits, review draft proposals, and help translate ideas into fundable projects or programs.
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR)
The Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) grants are provided by federal agencies to provide research funding for innovative projects with commercial potentials.
Research Writing and Editing Services
The Office of the VPR offers writing and editing services for faculty and researchers applying for external funding, including writing retreats, writing boot camps, workshops, and individual writing support.
CTSI R01 Writing Group
The R01 Writing Group is a comprehensive, 6-month program utilizing a multi-faceted approach to provide investigators with the tools and knowledge needed to write a successful R01 or equivalent application.
CTSI Peer Grant Review Program
The goal of the CTSI Peer Grant Review program is to provide useful pre-submission feedback regarding a proposal’s strengths and weaknesses in order to aid the investigator in submitting the strongest application possible..
Know Your Funder
Explore resources that clarify the goals, priorities, and expectations of major federal funders—so you can craft stronger, more targeted proposals.
Training Grant Support
Biomedical Research Education Office (BREO)
BREO aims to foster an exceptional training environment rooted in evidence-based practices and a holistic approach that equips our trainees with the tools to tackle the biomedical challenges of tomorrow and the skills to identify and obtain fulfilling careers in science.
Health Sciences Fellowship Workshop
BREO offers the Health SciencesFellowship Workshop to PhD Graduate Students with the purpose to providesupport to submit a strong fellowship application to NIH. This workshop is not intended to be a grant writing course focused on articulating a scientific idea, but rather a workshop to help guide students toward a specific submission deadline.
Training Grant Resources for Research Administrators
Resources and support for administrators managing NIH Training Grants, provided by the Biomedical Research Education Office.
Institutional Training Grant Proposal Development (For Faculty)
If you are faculty who is considering applying to a new training grant, there are a number of items to consider first. You can find tips and resources here.
Career & Leadership Development
Academic Leaders Online
This program invites academic leaders from across campus to gather and hear firsthand from University Leadership about relevant and timely information. Topics vary monthly.
Health Science Leadership Development Program
The David Eccles School of Business offers a certificate for healthcare professionals to drive growth and success in their organizations. The program consists of six sessions that will teach vital skills to increase your effectiveness and vision as a leader.
KL2 Mentored Career Development Scholar Program
Training for mentored research and career development support for clinical junior investigators with a goal of stimulating innovative research programs.
Leadership Development Resources from AAMC
The American Association of Medical Colleges (AAMC) has online resources to guide leadership development whether you are an executive-level leader, new to a leadership position, or in a role where you want to make a difference in your community and profession.
Office of Faculty Leadership and Career Development Seminars
The Leadership and Career Development Seminar (LCDS) is designed to support the needs of faculty throughout the stages of their career. The program is divided into three seminars matching the career and leadership development needs of the three career phases.
Master of Science in Clinical Investigation (MSCI)
Provides classroom and mentored research experience in clinical research, preparing its trainees for careers in clinical investigation, both in academic medicine and the allied health sciences.
University of Utah School of Business Executive Leadership Classes
Executive Leadership Certificate or individual classes provide you with the opportunity to explore different elements of business and gain well-rounded knowledge in teamwork, strategy, innovation, negotiations, and more.
Utah Women's Reproductive Research Career Development Program (WRHR)
Increases the skills of investigators from the U's Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology through a mentored research and career development experience.
Women’s Leadership Day
A Women’s Leadership Data and additionally, a monthly seminar based on the Women's Leadership Day is being held on the first Thursday of each month.
Vice President's Clinical and Translational Scholars Program
Offers intensive mentorship and support to junior faculty who are committed to careers in clinical or translational research.
VP-NSF Cohort Program
A university-wide resource that provides faculty with NSF-specific mentoring, skill development, and support.
Mentorship
Introduction to Research Mentoring
This course for faculty, students and staff will help participants identify and develop a philosophy for effective mentorship.
Individual Development Plans (IDP)
The graduate school offers a suggested IDP for all trainees designed to help you explore and identify training and career goals.
National Research Mentoring Network
This organization provides researchers across all career stages with the evidence-based mentorship and professional development programming that emphasizes the benefits and challenges of equal oppor
Research Mentoring Certificate & Courses Offered by Research Education
Office Research Education (Red) is offering a Mentoring Certificate and individual courses to increase the capacity of the University of Utah to provide high-quality research mentoring for both mentors and mentees.
The Science of Effective Mentorship in STEMM
This organization provides researchers across all career stages with the evidence-based mentorship and professional development programming.
Tools for Success
Includes a series of trainings from Fostering the Resilient Mind, How to Manage Your Time, Leadership Communication, Managing the Four Stages of Your Career and Leadership, Negotiation, and other topics.
Utah Coaching and Advancement Network & Fundamentals of Professional Coaching
The mission of the Utah Coaching and Advancement Network (UCAN) is to provide opportunities for trainees, faculty, and staff to promote professional effectiveness, career advancement, and a culture of caring and collegiality through coaching.