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Mastering Collaborative Research Leadership

Recognizing the increasingly team-oriented nature of clinical investigation, the CCTS Training Academy has created the RISE Leadership Course to develop the scientific and organizational leaders of the future. Over 11 weeks and using a more immersive, experiential structure, RISE is designed primarily for clinical research staff professionals who wish to play more prominent leadership roles in the conduct of research.

In-Person Training, Mondays (from Sept. 8 to Nov. 17, 2025), 1-3pm, SHEL 105


Learning Objectives

  • Fundamental Concepts of Leadership - Project leadership and teamwork, delegation and accountability and Navigating circumstances with diplomacy
  • Interpersonal Effectiveness - Emotional Intelligence, Communications and Biases
  • Trust Building - Critical conversations, Inclusive Intelligence and Conflict Management
  • Building a Community of Practice  - Clinical and Translational Science, Managing Up and Networking

Who should attend RISE?

The target audience for RISE includes (in order of priority) clinical research staff professionals at Career Ladder Levels 3 and 4 and Managers/Directors. Applicants should be on the Clinical Research Career Ladder.


How to Apply

Candidates must submit an updated CV or resume and a completed application form to apply for this training. Additionally, applicants should consult their supervisor, as formal enrollment requires supervisor approval and pre-coursework completion.


Submissions are not currently being accepted. The next RISE cohort will be held in Spring 2026, with applications opening early 2026. Those interested in applying are encouraged to contact Dunia Ritchey at dfritchey@uabmc.edu with questions prior to the next application cycle.

Leadership Resources

Clinical Trials Kiosk


 Curriculum

SESSION DATE TOPICS
Session 1 September 8, 2025 DISC Review
Session 2 September 15, 2025 Fundamental Concepts of Leadership: Introduction
Session 3 September 22, 2025 Fundamental Concepts of Leadership: Teamwork
Session 4 September 29, 2025 Interpersonal Effectiveness: Self-Awareness
Session 5 October 6, 2025 Interpersonal Effectiveness: Communications
No Class Meeting October 13, 2025 Asynchronous Focus Group Work
Session 6 October 20, 2025 Trust Building: Trust & Trustworthiness
Session 7 October 27, 2025 Trust Building: Change Agency
Session 8 November 3, 2025 Building a Community of Practice: Leading Clinical and Translational Science Programs
Session 9 November 10, 2025 Building a Community of Practice: Networking

Questions?

Dunia Ritchey (dfritchey@uabmc.edu) or CRSP Education (CRSPtraining@uabmc.edu)


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