Pediatric Scientist Development Program

Mission

Our mission is to develop pediatrician-scientists through an individualized six-year program that combines residency and fellowship. Our trainees embody excellence in care, inquiry, and leadership.

Vision

Our vision is to be the leader in developing pediatrician-scientists dedicated to improving child health through discovery.

Combined Residency and Fellowship Training

Combined residency and fellowship program accredited by the American Board of Pediatrics (ABP), meticulously designed for medical graduates aspiring to become pediatric physician-scientists and clinician investigators.

Who Should Apply?

We are seeking candidates who possess a strong desire to pursue academic careers as pediatric physician-scientists and clinician-investigators, demonstrate significant potential for success, and have a proven track record of previous training and skills in basic or clinical research. 

• We welcome medical graduates with M.D. or D.O. single degrees or dual degrees with additional Ph.D. other graduate degrees, who bring prior research experience and a fervent desire to embark on grant-funded academic careers.
• Research pathways include basic, translational, clinical, data science, or health services research.  If you are interested in any of these research paths, please consider applying to our program.
• We recruit up to four trainees annually who join during their first year of pediatric residency, with institutional commitment for a combined pediatric residency and fellowship in the subspecialty of their choice.
• While many trainees do the ARP or IRP pathways sponsored by the American Board of Pediatrics, other pursue typical categorical curricula or take research years supported by our NIH R38 program.
• We prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion in our recruitment and training. 
• We also welcome international medical graduates with strong clinical and research credentials.

Interested applicants are also encouraged to apply to the Pediatrics Categorical Residency at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh. It is highly encouraged for individuals to submit their applications by mid-October, however, the final deadline will be December 15th. 

If you have any questions about whether to apply, please contact Andy Nowalk, MD, PhD, or Mousumi Moulik, MD.