As part of the New Jersey Alliance for Clinical and Translational Science (NJ ACTS), five PharmD and five MD students at Rutgers University will be selected for immersion in translational science training as part of the existing summer research programs at the Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy and Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.
Objective. The NJ ACTS CREST program aims to immerse medical and pharmacy students in research experiences that advance their analytical and technical skills and stimulate the pursuit of advanced research training in translational science. Ultimately, CREST offers an approach to building a well-trained clinician-scientist workforce prepared to address the public’s health challenges.
Eligibility and Application. Current pharmacy students completing their P1 year in Spring 2025 are eligible to participate as part of the existing SURF program. Applicants should indicate their interest in the SURF application and include an additional statement regarding their interests in translational research and clinical science.
Activities. A tailored training program will include a mentored research project, career development sessions with MD students, along with completion of digital badge training in translational science. Enrichment activities will include human subjects training, clinical research, entrepreneurship, and team science.