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Cancer Research Training & Education Coordination
The University of Arizona Cancer Center’s Education and Training programs provide a continuum of career development opportunities for the next generation of cancer researchers and health professionals.
Cancer Research Training and Education Coordination Staff
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Jacob C Schwartz, PhD
Associate Director, Cancer Research Training and Education Coordination![Krisstina Gowin, DO](/sites/default/files/styles/az_card_image/public/2023-09/gowin.jpg?h=974a6bcf&itok=Jhr7HcgE)
Krisstina Gowin, DO
Assistant Professor, MedicineAssistant Director, Cancer Research Training and Education Coordination
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Carol Carpenter
Principal Research Administrator/Grant Writer![Megan McKay Headshot](/sites/default/files/styles/az_card_image/public/2024-05/Megan%20McKay%20Headshot-Web.jpg?h=eddbcb22&itok=oDLyDVIt)
Megan McKay
Academic Programs OfficerEvents, Seminars, and Grand Rounds
Check the University of Arizona Cancer Center calendar of events for cancer-related presentations on a broad range of topics.
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Faculty & Physicians
The University of Arizona Cancer Center provides pilot funding for early-stage investigators. University of Arizona’s Research Gateway provides grant application-related resources for all investigators.
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Postdocs & Fellows
Postdocs and Hematology/Oncology Fellows gain experience for their next career stages through the University of Arizona Cancer Center's professional development activities and training programs.
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Graduate Students
Graduate Students gain experience for their next career stages through the University of Arizona Cancer Center's professional development activities and training programs.
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Medical Students
To enrich their medical school education, students can pursue short-term fellowships during vacation periods or extended full-time research experiences through the College of Medicine programs.
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Post-Baccalaureate Students
The University of Arizona Cancer Center prepares post-baccalaureate students to pursue doctoral degrees in cancer-related fields through The Diversity in Cancer Research Post-Baccalaureate Program.
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Undergraduate Students
Mentored experiences in University of Arizona Cancer Center member’s research groups are available to undergraduates through several programs.
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High School Students & Teachers
High school students gain exposure and experience with cancer-related topics through a variety of University of Arizona activities and training programs.