The Office of Faculty and Professional Development at Penn State College of Medicine will offer the Junior Faculty Development Program (JFDP) again in 2015-16. The JFDP provides a foundation for the success of junior faculty. Since its establishment in 2003, more than 150 junior faculty have participated in the program, guided by nearly 90 senior faculty mentors. This flagship program is a model for faculty development programs nationally.
Junior faculty members, both basic scientists and clinicians, are strongly encouraged to consider this professional development opportunity. Interested faculty should consult with their department chair about participation. Applications are due to the Office of Faculty and Professional Development by May 1.
The program runs from September to May each year and consists of two components:
- A comprehensive curriculum in topics on research, education, clinical and academic/career development.
- A project completed under the guidance of a senior faculty mentor. The individual project is identified by the participant, approved by their chair and completed with the assistance of a mentor identified by the program. The faculty mentors who participate in the program are recognized as members of the Mentoring Academy.
Information about the program and application is available online at http://med.psu.edu/web/opd/home/programs/junior, or call 717-531-1101.