{"id":24181,"date":"2012-10-26T15:49:07","date_gmt":"2012-10-26T19:49:07","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.bumc.bu.edu\/gms\/?page_id=24181"},"modified":"2025-03-04T16:38:23","modified_gmt":"2025-03-04T21:38:23","slug":"mscr","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.bumc.bu.edu\/gms\/mscr\/","title":{"rendered":"Programs in Clinical Research"},"content":{"rendered":"<h4><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"\/gms\/files\/2017\/12\/IMG_0117.jpg\" alt=\"Students working in lab\" class=\"size-full wp-image-55683 aligncenter\" width=\"1130\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bumc.bu.edu\/gms\/files\/2017\/12\/IMG_0117.jpg 1130w, https:\/\/www.bumc.bu.edu\/gms\/files\/2017\/12\/IMG_0117-636x225.jpg 636w, https:\/\/www.bumc.bu.edu\/gms\/files\/2017\/12\/IMG_0117-768x272.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.bumc.bu.edu\/gms\/files\/2017\/12\/IMG_0117-1024x362.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1130px) 100vw, 1130px\" \/><\/h4>\n<h5><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"\/gms\/files\/2021\/01\/time-icon.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-77208\" width=\"25\" height=\"25\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bumc.bu.edu\/gms\/files\/2021\/01\/time-icon.png 596w, https:\/\/www.bumc.bu.edu\/gms\/files\/2021\/01\/time-icon-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.bumc.bu.edu\/gms\/files\/2021\/01\/time-icon-550x550.png 550w, https:\/\/www.bumc.bu.edu\/gms\/files\/2021\/01\/time-icon-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.bumc.bu.edu\/gms\/files\/2021\/01\/time-icon-100x100.png 100w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 25px) 100vw, 25px\" \/><\/h5>\n<h5>1 year | full-time<\/h5>\n<h4><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"\/gms\/files\/2021\/01\/2.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-77215\" width=\"25\" height=\"20\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bumc.bu.edu\/gms\/files\/2021\/01\/2.png 538w, https:\/\/www.bumc.bu.edu\/gms\/files\/2021\/01\/2-496x413.png 496w, https:\/\/www.bumc.bu.edu\/gms\/files\/2021\/01\/2-400x308.png 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 25px) 100vw, 25px\" \/><\/h4>\n<h5>2 years | part-time<\/h5>\n<h4><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"\/gms\/files\/2021\/01\/location2-icon.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-77216\" width=\"23\" height=\"31\" \/><\/h4>\n<h5>Boston University Medical Campus<\/h5>\n<table width=\"997\" height=\"68\" cellpadding=\"10px\" style=\"height: 68px;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<h4><\/h4>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #0066cc;\">Along with the Master\u2019s program, Clinical Research Online Graduate Certificate students are now eligible for <strong>Provost Scholarships<\/strong>.<\/span><\/h3>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bumc.bu.edu\/gms\/mscr\/curriculum\/certificate-programs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"\/gms\/files\/2025\/03\/learn-more.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"234\" height=\"75\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-102962\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bumc.bu.edu\/gms\/files\/2025\/03\/learn-more.png 792w, https:\/\/www.bumc.bu.edu\/gms\/files\/2025\/03\/learn-more-636x203.png 636w, https:\/\/www.bumc.bu.edu\/gms\/files\/2025\/03\/learn-more-768x245.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 234px) 100vw, 234px\" \/><\/a><\/h4>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>Boston University&#8217;s programs in Clinical Research aim to meet the needs of health professionals engaged in the full-spectrum of patient-oriented research. We offer both master&#8217;s degree and certificate programs to individuals seeking careers in clinical research in industry or academic settings.<\/p>\n<h4>Clinical Research program offerings:<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bumc.bu.edu\/gms\/mscr\/curriculum\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Master of Science in Clinical Research (MSCR)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bumc.bu.edu\/gms\/mscr\/certificate-programs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Online Graduate Certificate\u00a0<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bumc.bu.edu\/gms\/mscr\/curriculum\/dual-degree-options\/mams-mscr\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Dual Degree in Medical Sciences and Clinical Research<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bumc.bu.edu\/gms\/mscr\/curriculum\/dual-degree-options\/md-msci\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Dual Degree in Medicine and Clinical Research<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>About the MS in Clinical Research Program (MSCR)<\/h4>\n<p>Located in Boston&#8217;s South End at the Boston University Chobanian &amp; Avedisian School of Medicine, the Master of Science in Clinical Research Program (MSCR) has been in existence since 2001 and <em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.collegechoice.net\/rankings\/best-masters-in-clinical-research-degrees\/\"><strong>is ranked #1<\/strong> <\/a>\u00a0<\/em>by College Choice among universities that offer an MS in Clinical Research.\u00a0 As an entity of BU CAMED, students are provided with opportunities and are exposed to resources that are part of the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.bumc.bu.edu\/busm\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Chobanian &amp; Avedisian School of Medicine<\/a>, the <a href=\"http:\/\/sph.bu.edu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">School of Public Health<\/a>, the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/dental\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Goldman School of Dental Medicine<\/a>, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.bumc.bu.edu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Boston Medical Center<\/a>, two VA Administrations, and BioSquare. \u00a0All of this offers students endless opportunities for personal, academic and professional development.<\/p>\n<p>The Master&#8217;s in Clinical Research program, which is a <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><strong>STEM<\/strong><\/span><\/span> program, teaches students the scientific fundamentals of human research. Courses in our curriculum provide an in-depth look at all of the key elements in clinical research, including: trial design, trial management, biostatistics, ethical issues, and clinical research regulations. Other courses cover how basic science discoveries translate into clinical research and new therapies. The total course requirement is 32 credit hours: 22 hours are required curriculum, including practicum and research credits; 10 hours are elective courses. Students will also complete a research \u201cpracticum\u201d; a hands-on involvement in a clinical research project under a scientific mentor. The final requirement for the degree is to conduct clinical research, write, and present a capstone project.<\/p>\n<h4>Who is this program designed for?<\/h4>\n<p>The Master&#8217;s in Clinical Research program is designed for anyone interested in a career in clinical research. This includes those with MD or PhD degrees interested in becoming independent principal investigators, as well as those with bachelors or masters degrees who seek advancement in a research career in industry or academic settings.<\/p>\n<h4>Online Graduate Clinical Research Certificate<\/h4>\n<p>If you are not ready to commit to our Master&#8217;s program, we also offer an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bumc.bu.edu\/gms\/mscr\/certificate-programs\/online-certificate\/\">Online Graduate Certificate in Clinical Research.<\/a> \u00a0 This certificate program involves 4 courses across two semesters, and can be completed in one academic year.<\/p>\n<h4>Learning Objectives<\/h4>\n<p>Upon completion of the Master&#8217;s in Clinical Research program, students are expected to:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Demonstrate the ability to design and conduct clinical research, analyze results and answer a research question.<\/li>\n<li>Demonstrate the ability to read and critique the clinical research literature.<\/li>\n<li>Present clinical research findings (from literature or their own research) to peers.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h4>Our Mission<\/h4>\n<p><strong><em>Inspire, Instruct, Innovate<\/em><\/strong> <strong><em>\u2026<\/em><\/strong>The MS in Clinical Research program is dedicated to the discovery, development, and application of knowledge as it pertains to all areas of clinical research. Our mission is to foster an engaging and effective educational environment that promotes the pursuit of outstanding teaching and learning through formal classroom and practical training. With established collaborative relationships with pharmaceutical, biotech, and academic institutions, students are provided with unique opportunities to pursue clinical research in areas that are of personal and professional interest.<\/p>\n<p>We hope that the information you receive about our program encourages you to pursue your graduate degree in clinical research with us. If you are interested, click <a href=\"https:\/\/bu-gms.liaisoncas.com\/applicant-ux\/#\/login\">here<\/a> to get your application started.<\/p>\n<h4>Contact Us<\/h4>\n<p>If you would like to visit our campus or have any questions about our program, please contact Stacey Hess Pino at <a href=\"mailto:jennalu@bu.edu\">sahess@bu.edu<\/a>. We look forward to meeting and\/or speaking with you!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Janice Weinberg, ScD<br \/>\n<\/strong><em>Director, MS in Clinical Research; P<\/em><em>rofessor, Department of Biostatistics<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Stacey Hess Pino, MS, MS<\/strong><br \/>\n<em>Assistant Director, MS in Clinical Research; Director, Online Graduate Certificate Program in Clinical Research; Assistant Professor, Department of Medical Sciences &amp; Education<\/em><\/p>\n<p><script>\r\n window.unibuddySettings = {\r\n          uni_id: 'boston-university-school-of-medicine',\r\n          colour: '0066CC',\r\n          filterKey: 'department',\r\n          filterValue: 'Clinical Research',\r\n          domain: 'https:\/\/popcard.unibuddy.co\/',\r\n          title: 'Unibuddy Popcard',\r\n          align: 'right',\r\n          ubLang: 'en-US',\r\n          ubCookieConsent: 'necessary',\r\n        };\r\n<\/script><br \/>\n<script src=\"https:\/\/cdn.unibuddy.co\/unibuddy-popcard.js\" type=\"text\/javascript\">\r\n<\/script><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>1 year | full-time 2 years | part-time Boston University Medical Campus Along with the Master\u2019s program, Clinical Research Online Graduate Certificate students are now eligible for Provost Scholarships. 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