Visiting Scholars

Visiting Scholars Program in the Department of Medicine

The Chandra Lab welcomes exceptionally talented foreign medical graduates and trainees who are eager to develop their research skill sets in a highly collaborative and innovative environment. We are committed to mentoring and career development, providing scholars with hands-on experience in clinical, translational, and basic science research related to COPD, lung disease genetics, and pulmonary pathophysiology.

Program Overview:

• Open to highly motivated foreign medical graduates and trainees with an interest in clinical, translational, or basic science research.

• Requires a minimum one-year commitment to ensure meaningful contributions and training.

• Prior experience in clinical or basic science research is highly valued.

• Scholars will gain exposure to cutting-edge methodologies, including bioinformatics, genomic analysis, bioinformatics, and advanced molecular techniques.

The program is designed to provide one-on-one mentorship from Dr. Chandra, who is committed to sharing his expertise in both research and career development. Visiting scholars will have opportunities to contribute to high-impact publications, present at major conferences, and collaborate with leading experts in pulmonary research.

Interested applicants should contact us at DIC15@pitt.edu to discuss potential opportunities.

About the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine

The University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine is a leader in biomedical research, consistently ranking among the top institutions in NIH funding. Since 1998, Pitt has remained among the top 10 NIH-funded research institutions, achieving its highest ranking ever this year at third place.

Key Research Strengths:

• Over $675 million in NIH funding was awarded in the latest cycle, with 81% allocated to the School of Medicine.

• A total research budget of $1 billion in FY 2023, with 67% dedicated to medical research.

• Strong investments in computational biology, systems biology, and molecular research to drive innovation in biomedical science.

For further details, please refer to the School of Medicine Annual Report and Factbook (below).