The University of Florida College of Pharmacy Clinical Research in Community Oncology Fellowship is a comprehensive two-year postdoctoral training program within the UF College of Pharmacy Department of Pharmacy Education and Practice. Designed for pharmacists who have successfully completed a Pharm.D., this fellowship prepares graduates for leadership roles in academia, clinical research, community oncology practice, clinical trial management and the pharmaceutical industry.
Through close collaboration with oncology clinicians, researchers, and faculty mentors, fellows gain hands-on experience conducting impactful research focused on patient outcomes and oncology therapeutics. Fellows are expected to publish scholarly work, present at national meetings, and develop the skills necessary to become independent investigators and leaders in oncology research.
Fellows Can Expect to Master These Skills:
- Design and conduct clinical oncology studies
- Develop expertise in clinical research project management
- Write and evaluate research protocols
- Contribute to grant development and funding applications
- Collect, manage, and analyze clinical oncology data
- Conduct outcomes research and precision medicine investigations
- Publish manuscripts in peer-reviewed journals
- Present research findings at regional and national conferences
- Develop teaching and precepting skills
- Provide oncology-related clinical services and medication management
- Lead educational presentations for healthcare professionals
- Build leadership and professional development competencies
Start Your Application
Applicants are encouraged to submit the application materials listed below by November 15.
- CV
- Personal statement (In two pages or less, describe your background, interest and experience in oncology and your career goals)
- Three letters of recommendation
- Unofficial transcript
Experiences May Include:
Clinical Outcomes Research
Retrospective and prospective oncology studies
Precision medicine initiatives
Oncology practice-based research
Multidisciplinary collaboration with community oncology clinicians
Professional networking within a large oncology practice environment
Program Leadership
Fellows will have the opportunity to work with clinical- and research-focused mentors from faculty members in the UF College of Pharmacy’s Department of Pharmacy Education and Practice
Michelle Z Farland Pharm.D.
Bradley N Phillips Pharm.D., BCACP
Training Opportunities
As a Clinical Research in Community Oncology Fellow, you will receive comprehensive training across research, teaching, patient care and leadership domains.
Research Training
- Design and lead oncology research projects
- Analyze large clinical and research databases
- Conduct outcomes and genomics-based investigations
- Develop abstracts, posters, and manuscripts
- Present findings at scientific conferences
Academic and Teaching Training
- Teach within the University of Florida Pharm.D. curriculum
- Deliver lectures and educational sessions
- Precept student pharmacists and trainees
- Develop educational materials and assessments
Professional Development
- Complete leadership development activities
- Participate in teaching certificate opportunities
- Attend seminars, workshops, and professional conferences
- Develop skills necessary for academic and research careers
Current Fellows
Lauren Carpenter, Pharm.D.
“Designed to develop well-rounded pharmacy educators and practicing clinical pharmacists, this program has equipped me with the skills, knowledge, and relationships needed to drive meaningful improvements in advanced oncology research, local community practices, and the Pharm.D. Curriculum. I appreciate the thoughtful incorporation of clinical practice, real-world oncology research and the three pillars of academia into a structured two-year postdoctoral program.”
Kelli Corona, Pharm.D.
“The Clinical Research in Community Oncology Fellowship provides a unique and rewarding opportunity to engage in impactful oncology research while contributing to the didactic and experiential pharmacy education within the College. Working with real-world data and experienced mentors provides invaluable professional growth, while reinforcing the importance of expanding access to high-quality cancer care and innovative treatments closer to patients in their own communities.”
