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ARCHES
The ARCHES Program was created to support retention of UCSF research faculty who share our commitment to our UCSF PRIDE values and principles of community.
It is well known that efforts to recruit and retain faculty have been plagued by longstanding challenges. The overarching goal of this program is to address issues that research faculty face, both professionally and personally. We want to understand issues that limit the ability to become scientific leaders, and partner with leaders to drive systemic policy change that promotes a culture that supports meritocracy and fairness.
To accomplish this goal, we have developed a program open to all by delivering activities to address impediments faced by research faculty.
Program Components
ARCHES is a UCSF-wide program designed to address barriers to the career development of research faculty. This program is open to all and is comprised of the following programs and activities:
- Seminars
- Two quarterly seminar series, one focused on early-career development and the other focused on mid-career development, designed to provide information on advancement, research funding sources, and mentorship.
- Mid-Career Program
- Mid-Career Faculty Development Program: A robust two-year program for research faculty across UCSF who are outstanding research mentors to individuals who have demonstrated a commitment to UCSF PRIDE values and principles of community. This program includes $75K per year, mentorship, sponsorship, and networking activities. This program is designed for Associate (or early full) Professors in the Ladder Rank, In Residence, and Clinical X research tracks.
- Community Building
- Community Organized Informal Networking events (COINs): Funding for cross-departmental events for networking, peer mentorship, discussion, socialization, and community-building.
- Office Hours: A trusted space to discuss sensitive issues, including career and workplace challenges.
- Peer-Mentorship Circles: Groups made up of research faculty in similar academic ranks who provide mutual support and guidance.
- Socials: The ARCHES Program hosts two in-person socials each year (one in the spring and one in the fall) for the community to enjoy food and conversation with their peers!
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