Mission and History

The Masters of Science in Clinical Investigation (MSCI) program at Meharry Medical College is a two year curriculum to prepare clinical faculty or fellows for a career in clinical research, and awards a Masters of Science Degree in Clinical Investigation (MSCI). Recently, the initial two year didactic phase has been extended to include a continued mentored training curriculum until the graduates are successfully funded independent clinical investigators Program candidates must be doctoral candidate or have a doctoral degree and be able to have sufficient time to commit to the course of studies. Relevant doctorate degrees include: M.D., D.D.S., D.M.D., D.O., N.D., Ph.D., or Pharm.D. Trainees commit substantial time to the program but can still continue their routine clinical work, although on a reduced level.

Program Directors:

Steven N. Wolff, M.D., M.P.H., Program Director	John Murray, M.D., Ph.D. Program Co- Director	Robert S. Dittus, M.D. Program Co- Director
swolff@mmc.edu	jmurray@mmc.edu	robert.dittus@vanderbilt.edu

See more about:

• MSCI Program Objectives
• Applicants and Admissions
• Funding for MSCI Participants and Loan Repayment opportunities
• MSCI Program of Study
• Additional Program Expectations
• Advisory Committees