Avoid the Translational Research Valley of Death through expert project management.
Scientists supporting scientists: Handling the “how”, so you can focus on the “why”.
CTSI Accelerator’s team navigates the myriad resources, both at Duke and externally, that enable your research to transition from bench to bedside. We work alongside Duke investigators to ease administrative and project management burden, manage logistics, and provide strategic focus.
With expertise in translational science disciplines and extensive training in project management, we’re here to help. We can tailor a solution to your needs and budget, ranging from a free consultation to a long-term partnership. CTSI Project Leaders provide project management on an effort basis to both internally- and externally-funded projects, including NIH and NC Biotechnology Center TRG awards. Read more about the Project Leader Model , pioneered by the Duke CTSI.
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Meet our Project Leaders
What can a Project Leader do for you?
CTSI Project Leaders demonstrate key qualities and characteristics needed for effective leadership in translational scientific projects, combining project management skills with scientific expertise and innovative thinking.
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Interdisciplinary Team Builder: Establishes and manages diverse project teams, fostering collaboration across disciplines and leveraging individual strengths.
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Strategic Planner: Defines comprehensive project development plans with clear timelines, milestones, and deliverables.
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Relationship Manager: Cultivates and maintains strong relationships with both internal team members and external stakeholders, including sponsors and regulatory bodies.
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Effective Communicator: Articulates project goals, progress, and outcomes clearly to diverse stakeholders, adapting communication style as needed.
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Resource Allocator: Efficiently manages project budgets, ensuring optimal use of financial resources across all project phases.
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Risk Assessor and Mitigator: Identifies potential project risks, develops contingency plans, and ensures compliance with relevant internal and external regulations, conflicts, and ethical standards.
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Regulatory Navigator: Understands and fulfills reporting requirements for sponsors and regulatory bodies, ensuring project adherence to all necessary guidelines.
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Funding Strategist: Identifies funding opportunities and leads the development of compelling grant applications to support project goals.
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Boundary Crosser: Breaks down silos between disciplines, fostering innovative collaborations that advance medical interventions.
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Domain Expert: Possesses deep knowledge in relevant scientific fields, combining expertise from basic science through clinical and public health research.
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Process Innovator: Continuously seeks to improve translational processes, identifying and addressing bottlenecks to accelerate progress.
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Systems Thinker: Evaluates complex external factors impacting medical intervention development, including patient needs, regulatory landscapes, and market demands.