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Research/Scholarly Activity

Department of Radiation Oncology

Overview

Research and scholarly activity are essential components of residency at the University of Miami/Jackson Health System. We encourage our residents to engage in cutting-edge research across a wide range of disciplines. Our goal is to support their pursuit of advancing all aspects of cancer care.

Our program offers 12 months of protected research time, as well as the opportunity to participate in up to 21 months of research time through the ABR Holman Pathway.

Residents present their research projects at the annual Resident Research Retreat, where their work is reviewed by faculty and a special guest visiting professor. Our program actively encourages innovative ideas that utilize the extensive resources of our institutions and promote collaborations at both national and international levels.

Planning for research Year: The Research Proposal

The research proposal serves as a planning guide for residents and their advisors for the research year. The proposal is flexible to accommodate evolving projects and new opportunities. A preliminary proposal is reviewed by the program during the second year, with the finalized version submitted prior to beginning the research year.

Residents submit a two-page proposal containing the following:

  • Research areas of interest (e.g., outcomes, translational, epidemiological)
  • Potential disease sites of interest (e.g., pediatrics, breast)
  • Planned research projects (including title, project mentor, description, and time commitment)
  • Educational objectives (e.g., coursework, workshops, practical skills)
  • Funding sources (e.g., scholarships, grants)
  • Current research projects (including title, mentor, description, and time commitment)
  • Timeline of projects and educational opportunities
  • Career plans and how the research year fits into long-term goals

Holman Pathway

The ABR Holman Research Pathway integrates research training with clinical radiation oncology. It is intended for residents aiming to pursue a research-focused career in laboratory-based or translational work. Interested residents should apply during PGY-2 or PGY-3 after consulting with the Program Directors. The pathway includes 27 months of full-time clinical training and 21 months of research, with 20% of the research time devoted to clinical duties.

For Holman Pathway residents, the proposal used for their application is sufficient.