How to Apply

CKRT recruits trainees of exceptional promise — predoctoral students, postdoctoral physician-scientists, and postdoctoral PhD scientists — pursuing research-focused careers in nephrology, urology, or classical hematology.

Who can apply

• Predoctoral students, postdoctoral physician-scientists, and postdoctoral PhD scientists at Yale or UConn Health pursuing intensive research training in nephrology, classical (benign) hematology, or benign urology.
• U.S. citizens and permanent residents are eligible for TL1 appointment, per NIH NRSA policy.
• A commitment to a full-time, mentored research training experience.

Selection

An annual request for applications is sent to relevant departments at both institutions (e.g., Medicine, Public Health, Biomedical Engineering), to relevant national societies and professional organizations, and via social media. Applicants are reviewed using a study-section format: one appointment slot is reserved annually for a trainee from each KUH discipline, with additional at-large slots awarded on the basis of scientific merit and research potential. Postdoctoral appointments use a match system to balance home institution and subject area.

At current capacity, CKRT supports four postdoctoral and two predoctoral trainees.

Mentorship structure

Every appointed trainee is paired with a primary research mentor who has completed mentor training and been approved by the Administrative Committee, plus a secondary mentor at the partnering institution. Each trainee also has a dedicated mentoring team supporting both research progress and career development.

How to apply

1. Identify a mentor. Review the faculty & mentors and connect with a preceptor whose research aligns with your interests.
2. Prepare your materials. [List required documents — CV/biosketch, personal statement, research plan, letters, transcripts.]
3. Submit your application. [Describe how and where to submit.]
4. Review & selection. Applications are ranked in a study-section format and appointments confirmed by the Administrative Committee.