# The Translational Post-Doctoral Training Program in Neurodevelopment (Neurodevelopmental T32 Fellowship) ## expand\_more **Program Description** Two-year postdoctoral fellowships funded by the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) are available for researchers who seek to improve or expand their ability to conduct interdisciplinary, translational neuroscience research in neurodevelopment and neurodevelopmental or mental disorders. **Research Areas** Postdoctoral projects can encompass basic and/or clinical research and might include investigation into one or more of the following areas:  Developmental psychopathology  Interventional studies  Molecular or behavioral neurogenetics  Neuroimaging  Neurobiology  New diagnostic methods  Outcomes research **Program Areas/Faculty Department Affiliations** Fellows with MD or PhD degrees conduct research during the program with mentors/advisors from the following areas:  Computer Science  Developmental/Behavioral Pediatrics  Genetics  Neurology  Neurobiology  Neuroradiology  Neuroscience  Neurosurgery  Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences  Psychology **Trainee Program** This two-year training program provides trainees with the essential guidance, training, and mentoring critical to launching an independent career in academic research. The training program starts by recruiting the most talented trainees from MD/PhD, MD, and PhD programs who are interested in pursuing a career in translational neuroscience research and academia. Close interaction between T32 mentors and trainees are supplemented by a structured training program that provides a common knowledge base with respect to translational neuroscience research. Supplemental work will focus on Translational Neuroscience Seminar Series and Proseminars complemented by trainee specific coursework. Administratively, the program consists of co-directors (Drs. Nelson & Glahn) and a group of 19 highly skilled and successful training faculty from diverse array of disciplines. **How to Apply** Applicants should first consult the list of potential mentors and confirm that he/she is willing to serve as primary mentor. Eligible candidates should submit one PDF via email to with the following documents: (1) trainee’s CV, (2) trainee’s research statement (max 2 pages) about research interest and specifically why they have selected this training program, and (3) names and contact information of 2 potential letter writers. Project proposals should clearly state the interdisciplinary nature of the project. If selected for an interview, we will also require: (4) 2 letters of support (one from trainee’s mentor) and (5) mentor’s NIH other support document. Applications should be submitted by March 14, 2025, with the expectation that trainees will be selected by April 30 and will start as early as July 2025. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents with an MD and/or PhD (must be completed at the time training begins). Commitment to the goals of the program and strong academic and research credentials are important criteria used in the selection process. Further inquiries can be made by reaching out to us directly at . --- Attachments- [ picture\_as\_pdf 2025\_program\_description\_neurodevelopmental\_t32\_fellowshipword\_version\_final\_12.20.24\_004.pdf ](/sites/g/files/omnuum8971/files/2025_program_description_neurodevelopmental_t32_fellowshipword_version_final_12.20.24_004.pdf) ---