Mission: To provide postdoctoral trainees an introduction to interdisciplinary patient-centered translational research in biodesign, helping to bridge the gap to improve the process for translating biomedical discoveries into clinical applications that improve human health.
At this time, we are not accepting applications.
Program Description
The TL1 Postdoctoral Biodesign Training Program is a collaborative effort of the Johns Hopkins Schools of Medicine, Public Health, Engineering, and Nursing funded by the Johns Hopkins Institute for Clinical and Translational Research through a National Institutes of Health Clinical and Translational Science Award.
We are seeking applicants interested in one of the following two tracks:
1. CBID Engineering Degree– Earning a Master’s Degree in Biodesign and Innovation in the Whiting School of Engineering (CBID). The successful candidate will have to be part of a team-based CBID program with real-world medical innovation experience in the USA and abroad and will be primarily mentored by Dr. Youseph Yazdi and his colleagues. This can be accommodated into a residency/fellowship program as long as the candidate satisfies the minimum time commitment for the CBID MS track.
Examples of previous projects in this track:
Sonavex- A plastic surgery completed the CBID MSE, during which they designed and developed a novel method of monitoring blood flow post-operatively. The team founded a company, Sonavex, which has succeeded in raising venture capital and commercializing their concept.
Lyphosense– This project designed a solution to assessment of Lymphatic Leak after pediatric cardiac surgery.
SomnAir- A head and neck surgeon, and his team at CBID, developed a non-invasive method to provide neuromodulation to prevent airway collapse, providing a cure for obstructive sleep apnea. The team formed a company and raised venture funds to develop the concept.
2. Mentor-Led Project – This is somewhat of a more traditional post-doc/fellowship program. Trainees are mentored by JHU faculty to provide guidance in a project that has the potential for becoming a product (diagnostic or therapeutic) that can be brought to market. Trainees evaluate their proposed research need from a biodesign and business perspective.
Example of previous projects in this track:
StomachSim- A novel in-silico simulator of gastric biomechanics and biochemistry for application to digestive processes in health and disease.
Core Experiences Provided
- Training in design/conduct/analysis of clinical research in team settings; protocol and IRB preparation, data collection and analysis; manuscript writing
- Understanding the path to market requirements of a medical product: design principles, technical functionality, evaluation, regulation, reimbursement, and organizational leadership
- Multi-level mentoring support
- Apprenticeship and mentorship – Hands on research
- Engagement in related career development activities
- Access to ICTR Programs and Resources
- Biostatistical Resources Core Support
- Presentation of research project at national meeting
NIH funded TL1 Training Program in Translational Innovation sponsored by The Johns Hopkins Institute for Clinical and Translational Research. The one-year program provides salary and tuition support, with interdisciplinary mentorship to create leaders who understand what it takes to drive innovative solutions to clinical impact in the real world, and increases the value of the investment the DoM and SoM are making in translation and commercialization. This program will develop trainee skills and awareness in a wide range of topics, such as design principles, technical functionality, evaluation, regulation, reimbursement, and organizational leadership.
Trainee Support includes:
–NIH TL1 Stipend
-Tuition support $16,000
-Research Funds $11,850
Program Experience & Eligibility
Preferred candidates are those who can commit 1-year full-time to the program:
- Interested in a career focused in biodesign, innovation and translation to the healthcare impact
- MD or PhD Health-professional
- US citizenship, permanent resident, or non-citizen national status (persons born in outlying possessions of the U.S.)
How to Apply
- Apply Online via SLATE Application
- Requirements
- Personal statement – Describe the vision for your career, list significant accomplishments and what makes you believe that this is the right program you. Address specific plans that you will pursue once you conclude this program. (2 page max)
- Resume/Curriculum vitae including list of publications
- Up to 2 Letters of Recommendation
- Unofficial Transcripts from all academic training
requirements - Only U.S. citizens and permanent U.S. residents are eligible for this training program.
- Those interested in the CBID track must also apply to the CBID MSE program. Please visit the CBID website. email [email protected], or contact Dr. Youseph Yazdi, CBID director, for questions.
Leadership
Clifford R. Weiss, MD
Program PI, Postdoctoral Biodesign Training Program
Medical Director, Johns Hopkins Center for Bioengineering Innovation & Design (CBID)
Professor of Radiology and Radiological Science
For CBID Track:
Youseph Yadzi, PhD, MBA
mPI, Postdoctoral Biodesign Training Program Center Director, Johns Hopkins Center for Bioengineering Innovation & Design (CBID)
Associate Professor, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Department of Biomedical Engineering