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489 The implementation and impact of a mentored professional development program for clinical and translational research staff.

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  19 April 2022

Elias M. Samuels
Affiliation:
University of Michigan, Michigan Medicine
Angela Lyden
Affiliation:
University of Michigan, Michigan Medicine
Gloria Harrington
Affiliation:
University of Michigan, Michigan Medicine
Brenda Eakin
Affiliation:
University of Michigan, Michigan Medicine
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Abstract

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OBJECTIVES/GOALS: The objective of this evaluation is to show how the STEP.UP program promoted the professional development at Michigan Medicine by providing clinical and translational research staff an experienced research staff mentor in a structured 9-month program. METHODS/STUDY POPULATION: Participant and mentor data was collected from application forms, online surveys, and interviews with both participating mentors and mentees. Validated assessments of mentoring competencies were administered. Participants were tracked over a period of four years with regular reviews of institutional records. Mentor and mentor data was also collected at the point of application each year and the application forms were aligned with NIH definitions for underrepresented populations in science in 2020. As part of a process of continuous programmatic improvement, a STEP.UP Advisory Board consisting of senior research staff and past mentors was involved in the identification, operationalization and evaluation of programmatic outcomes and is involve din the ongoing governance of this mentoring program. RESULTS/ANTICIPATED RESULTS: Four cohorts of mentees and mentors have participated in this program since its inception. Mentees gained the greatest abilities in, Active listening, Establishing a relationship based on trust, Considering how personal and professional differences may impact expectations, and Working effectively with mentors/mentees whose personal background is different. Mentees reported the program contributed to their Career planning, Professional advancement, networking, personal growth, professional networks, and communication skills. Mentors reported learning about new professional techniques and areas of expertise. As of 2021, 75% the first cohort changed their job-classification since participating as did 25% of the second cohort and 100% of mentees have maintained research careers. DISCUSSION/SIGNIFICANCE: The creation of this program in 2019 marked the beginning of a novel professional development opportunity at Michigan Medicine. The evaluation results show how STEP.UP contributes to advancing clinical and translational study teams and how it can inform and the identification of best practices in clinical and translational workforce development.

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Workforce Development
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