New Clinical Research Graduate Certificate
As Carilion continues to expand its research workforce, create professional development opportunities, and strengthen its collaboration with Virginia Tech, a new Virginia Tech Clinical Research Graduate Certificate will provide focused education for graduate students interested in careers in clinical research.
Beginning this fall, Dr. Kablinger and Dr. Stephanie DeLuca will lead TBMH 5104: Foundational Knowledge for Leading Clinical Trials Research, a course within the new certificate program.
The Clinical Research Graduate Certificate is designed to prepare Virginia Tech graduate students for key roles in clinical research operations while building a comprehensive understanding of how clinical research is conducted and managed in accordance with regulatory and ethical standards.
Students may choose from two specialized tracks:
- Management – Focuses on clinical data oversight, biomedical research study management, and effective communication. The track prepares students to lead, coordinate, and optimize clinical research operations across scientific, regulatory, and public domains.
- Pharmaceutical Clinical Trials – Focuses on drug development, pharmacology, and clinical applications, providing students with an understanding of the therapeutic development pipeline from discovery through clinical trials.
The certificate addresses an important educational need by providing specialized preparation for students pursuing careers in the growing field of clinical research.
Expanding Clinical Research Leadership Education
Additional opportunities to advance clinical research education are also underway. An upcoming Surgery Grand Rounds in January will focus on physician leadership in clinical research.
Similar presentations and educational opportunities can be developed for other departments based on their specific interests and needs. Departments interested in exploring future clinical research education topics or formats are encouraged to reach out to Dr. Anita Kablinger for additional information.
These initiatives represent continued efforts to strengthen clinical research knowledge, professional development, and collaboration across Carilion Clinic and Virginia Tech.”