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Christine Denicola1, Lisa Altshuler2, Gabrielle Denicola3
1Department of Pediatrics, New York University School of Medicine, New York, NY, USA.
Introduction:
Research staff are critical to productive translational research teams, yet their professional development is rarely formally addressed.
Methods:
We created Strategic Teamwork for Effective Practice Mentor Development Program (STEP-MDP) to promote skills development and build a community of practice. We ran and evaluated the STEP-MDP for 32 participants, which consisted of workshops focusing on team communication and mentorship/coaching skills.
Results:
We found that STEP-MDP had a long-term positive impact on participants and their teams.
Conclusion:
This program facilitated the professional development of research staff.
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