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Welcome to the Clinician Investigator Program at the University of Calgary!

If you are a University of Calgary resident interested in an exciting career combining both clinical and research work, this is the program for you. 

The Clinician Investigator Program is a Royal College certified program that gives you the opportunity to pursue an MSc or PhD in a discipline related to your specialty or subspecialty training, as part of your residency.

Our new, updated website explains what the program is and how you can apply.  You’ll also find current news and announcements, answers to some frequently asked questions, and a comprehensive list of resources, and contact information. 

For more detailed information, please refer to the new, updated Clinician Investigator Program Handbook, available in the Resources section of this website.

We’re here to help you get the most out of your experience at the CIP which is still growing and evolving in response to the needs of its trainees.  Together, we can make it a strong, memorable training experience on your way to an amazing and fulfilling career. On behalf of the CIP team, I welcome you the program, and look forward to working with you through the course of your training.

Regards,

Zelma Kiss, MD PhD FRCSC   
Associate Professor, Clinical Neurosciences
Director, Clinical Investigator Program