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IRB Protocol Training
VirtualDescription: The IRB Protocol Training provides step-by-step guidance on how to develop a protocol for submission to the IRB. This training focuses on the content of a protocol. For training on how to navigate the CATS IRB system and a high-level overview of the submission process, see the CATS IRB Submission training. This training is […]
Loved Ones Support Group
VirtualThe Kristen Olewine Milke CARE Center at Penn State Cancer Institute offers a Loved Ones Support Group for those supporting someone with cancer. This support group provides a therapeutic space for adult caregivers, family members, and friends of individuals undergoing cancer treatment. Group members support one another, share coping strategies, and offer meaningful connection during […]
Penn State Health Surgical Services Virtual Hiring Event
VirtualPenn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center is hosting virtual interviews for surgical services professionals – registered nurses and technologists – interested in joining a high-acuity, academic medical center. Now interviewing for: Clinical Staff Leaders – Operating Room Registered Nurses: Operating Room Sterile Processing Technicians Certified Surgical Technologists Attend this virtual event to: Connect […]
Penn State Health Medical Assistant Virtual Hiring Event
VirtualPenn State Health is hiring Medical Assistants at our outpatient and academic practices. Attend this virtual event to: Meet with recruiters and hiring managers On-the-spot interviews Explore full-time and part-time opportunities Learn more about working at Penn State Health Positions are available in Camp Hill, Carlisle, Harrisburg, Hershey, Lancaster, Reading, State College and surrounding areas. […]
Single IRB (sIRB) Training
VirtualDescription: This 30-minute presentation provides a high-level overview of the Single IRB process. “Single IRB” in this case refers to the process and requirements for multi-site research studies (that is, a study on which multiple institutions are collaborating) to use a Single IRB of record. This process involves authorization agreements and a different workflow than […]
CTSI BERD Webinar: “From Vaccine Coverage to Vaccine Impact
Virtual2:00 PM - 3:00 PM / March 2, 2026 Vaccination is among the most successful and cost-effective public health interventions. A recent analysis estimated that the WHO’s Expanded Program on Immunization has prevented 153 million deaths over 50 years. To arrive at this number requires estimating 3 challenging quantities: the coverage of vaccination, the burden […]
Research Document Management for College of Medicine Researchers
VirtualDescription The purpose of this training is to enhance the accuracy, consistency, and compliance of documentation practices across research activities. The training will focus on content relevant to College of Medicine researchers. By the end of this training, participants should be better equipped to assemble essential records and regulatory binders, describe types of data collection […]
CTSI TSS Webinar: “AI for Rural Health”
Virtual12:00 PM - 1:00 PM / March 4, 2026 The Translational Science Seminar (TSS) Series is held monthly. Each month, speakers present practical information related to clinical and translational topics, with the goal of exposing participants to contemporary issues and tools that can accelerate the translation of research to benefit human health. This session is […]
Getting Started with the IRB Training
VirtualDescription: This training will provide a high-level overview of working with the IRB at Penn State. We will cover IRB structure, general information about Penn State IRB, and useful information about the CATS IRB system. We will also discuss how to prepare and submit materials via CATS IRB, the web-based application system for IRB submission. Note: […]
CATS Safety Submission Training for IBC Researchers
VirtualDescription: The CATS Safety Submission Training gives an overview of how to create and submit a protocol to the IBC for review. Participants will learn: The basic steps to create and submit a biosafety protocol How to communicate and follow-up with Institutional Biosafety Committee staff regarding submissions Note: This training is strictly regarding the CATS […]
CATS IACUC Submission Training
VirtualDescription: The CATS IACUC Submission training gives an overview of how to create and submit a protocol to the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee for review. Participants will learn the basic steps to create and submit an animal protocol, and how to communicate and follow-up with IACUC staff regarding submissions. Note: This training is […]
Getting Started with the IRB Training
VirtualDescription: This training will provide a high-level overview of working with the IRB at Penn State. We will cover IRB structure, general information about Penn State IRB, and useful information about the CATS IRB system. We will also discuss how to prepare and submit materials via CATS IRB, the web-based application system for IRB submission. Note: […]
Single IRB (sIRB) Training
VirtualDescription: This 30-minute presentation provides a high-level overview of the Single IRB process. “Single IRB” in this case refers to the process and requirements for multi-site research studies (that is, a study on which multiple institutions are collaborating) to use a Single IRB of record. This process involves authorization agreements and a different workflow than […]
CATS Safety Submission Training for Radioisotope Users
VirtualDescription: The CATS Safety Submission Training for Radioisotope Users gives an overview of how to create and submit a radiation safety protocol to the UIC or RSC for review. Participants will learn: The basic steps to create and submit a radiation safety protocol How to communicate and follow-up with radiation safety staff regarding submissions Note: […]
CTSI TSS Webinar: “High‑Impact Practices as Pathways to Broadening Participation in Computing: A Cultural‑Historical Activity Theory Perspective”
Virtual12:00 PM - 1:00 PM / March 26, 2026 Broadening participation in computing is a national priority because the U.S. needs all available STEM talent to stay competitive, especially in fast-moving areas like AI. However, clear gaps remain in who enters, persists, and succeeds in these fields. This presentation will highlight research that examines whether […]
IRB Protocol Training
VirtualDescription: The IRB Protocol Training provides step-by-step guidance on how to develop a protocol for submission to the IRB. This training focuses on the content of a protocol. For training on how to navigate the CATS IRB system and a high-level overview of the submission process, see the CATS IRB Submission training. This training is […]
Getting Started with the IRB Training
VirtualDescription: This training will provide a high-level overview of working with the IRB at Penn State. We will cover IRB structure, general information about Penn State IRB, and useful information about the CATS IRB system. We will also discuss how to prepare and submit materials via CATS IRB, the web-based application system for IRB submission. Note: […]
Penn State Health Imaging Hiring Event – Virtual
VirtualRegister for this event to learn about newly announced rate increases and new sign-on incentives for 2026. Virtual interviews will be held with Penn State Health imaging leadership and talent acquisition partners for full-time imaging technologist positions across central Pennsylvania. Openings for: CT Technologists MRI Technologists Radiologic Technologists Sonographers Nuclear Medicine Technologists Incentives for eligible […]
CATS IACUC Submission Training
VirtualDescription: The CATS IACUC Submission training gives an overview of how to create and submit a protocol to the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee for review. Participants will learn the basic steps to create and submit an animal protocol, and how to communicate and follow-up with IACUC staff regarding submissions. Note: This training is […]
CATS Safety Submission Training for Radioisotope Users
VirtualDescription: The CATS Safety Submission Training for Radioisotope Users gives an overview of how to create and submit a radiation safety protocol to the UIC or RSC for review. Participants will learn: The basic steps to create and submit a radiation safety protocol How to communicate and follow-up with radiation safety staff regarding submissions Note: […]
Getting Started with the IRB Training
VirtualDescription: This training will provide a high-level overview of working with the IRB at Penn State. We will cover IRB structure, general information about Penn State IRB, and useful information about the CATS IRB system. We will also discuss how to prepare and submit materials via CATS IRB, the web-based application system for IRB submission. Note: […]
Single IRB (sIRB) Training
VirtualDescription: This 30-minute presentation provides a high-level overview of the Single IRB process. “Single IRB” in this case refers to the process and requirements for multi-site research studies (that is, a study on which multiple institutions are collaborating) to use a Single IRB of record. This process involves authorization agreements and a different workflow than […]
IRB Protocol Training
VirtualDescription: The IRB Protocol Training provides step-by-step guidance on how to develop a protocol for submission to the IRB. This training focuses on the content of a protocol. For training on how to navigate the CATS IRB system and a high-level overview of the submission process, see the CATS IRB Submission training. This training is […]
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