Harvard Catalyst offers numerous online and in-person courses, as well as training programs ranging from short programs that provide an overview of c/t research to multi-year, advanced programs for senior fellows and faculty members.
The course material is often free for Harvard affiliates, however, courses that offer certificates may require a fee, which is discounted. Some courses may require and application, while others will simply be open to registration. Be sure to visit the webpage for the course you are interested in to learn more information and find out if you are eligible.
Upcoming Course Offerings
Please note the application/registration deadlines and duration for each course. Courses are listed chronologically by deadlines and updated weekly. For the most up-to-date information on course offerings please visit Harvard Catalyst’s webpage.
Format: Online
Fee: FREE
Registration Deadline: October 9, 2024
Duration: October 16 – December 11, 2024 (8 weeks)
Time Commitment: 2-3 hours/week
Description: Introduction to Designing & Conducting Mixed Methods Research, a collaboration between the Harvard Catalyst Education and Community Engagement programs, is an online, eight-week course that offers an introduction to mixed methods research in the health sciences. This course is ideal for learners who are planning or conducting their first mixed methods study. During the course, participants will learn how qualitative and quantitative data can be integrated to capture the perspectives of patients, providers, communities, or healthcare organizations. Course topics include: formulating mixed methods research questions, collecting and analyzing different types of data, choosing the appropriate mixed methods designs, and interpreting mixed method research results. The course also provides an overview of qualitative research concepts that are essential for conducting rigorous mixed methods research. Please note that this course does not comprehensively address complex mixed methods designs or other advanced topics in the field – these learners can request a mixed methods consultation via the Harvard Catalyst Community Engagement Program.
Registration for this course begins on July 31, 2024.
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Ongoing Course Offerings
These courses are ongoing. For more information on how to access these courses please visit the webpage for the course.
Today’s translational researcher is uniquely tasked with being a “boundary crosser,” described in this article, The Fundamental Characteristics of a Translational Scientist. They should not only be an expert in their own domain, but also capable of collaborating across research areas and sectors, as well as fostering an inclusive working environment. Whether you are working with a small team or engaging in a large multi-center partnership, your likelihood of success is significantly impacted by your ability to anticipate, navigate, and overcome common barriers to effective collaboration.
This webinar series explores approaches to developing skills in “boundary crossing” by addressing common topics and themes such as building a diverse team, managing your time and projects, resolving conflict, communicating your science, and more.
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Grant Review and Support Program (GRASP)
The Grant Review and Support Program (GRASP) is a longitudinal program that provides Career Development Award recipients grant-related guidance and support throughout the duration of their award so that they can successfully apply for R01 or equivalent funding. The curriculum is focused on providing participants with grant-writing skills, project management tools/strategies, and mentorship.
The application will require an endorsement from a primary mentor supporting the applicant’s participation in this longitudinal program. Applications for the upcoming cohort have closed.
Applicants must:
- Be a Harvard-affiliated junior faculty clinician/translational-investigator
- Be a recipient of a 4 or 5 year Career Development Award (typically a NIH K grant such as a K23, K08, K07, K01, or K25 or equivalent Career Development Award from a grant-funding organization (such as the American Cancer Society, American Heart Association, or U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs))
- Be in the first or second year of their grant
- Agree to actively participate in the mandatory components of the program
- Receive an endorsement from a primary mentor supporting their participation in the program
Eligible investigators are required to complete a program application; however, all participants are accepted if they meet the eligibility requirements.
Accepted participants are eligible to remain in the program throughout the duration of their Career Development Award. They are required to participate in certain components of the program, while other components are optional. Therefore, the time commitment can vary between participants.
Mandatory components:
- Participating in the GRASP orientation workshop
- Participating in the seminar “Planning and Writing Successful Grant Proposals”
- Completing a mentor/mentee expectations form
- Utilizing a participant work plan
- Utilizing work plan mentor support
- Reviewing the Writing and Communication Center Grant Writing Tips
Optional components:
- Participating in specific aims page critique modules
- Participating in ‘hot topic’ modules
- Utilizing faculty office hours
- Utilizing staff office hours
See the GRASP Program Overview [PDF] for more details. The monthly time commitment for the first year averages to about two hours per month, which decreases to about one hour per month in subsequent years.
View a sample timeline [PDF] of program components and support throughout a participant’s five-year Career Development Award.
