At VHIO Academy we work to promote a collaborative research culture that supports scientific career progression and creates a flourishing work life that is essential for delivering high quality biomedical research and innovation. VHIO Academy provides a solid foundation for VHIO’s commitment to ethics, integrity, transparency and patient-centricity in scientific practices by supporting researcher development at all career stages and fostering a research culture that builds trust and improves the quality, impact, and reach of our findings.
Through the design of strategic projects that enhance the capacity of our scientific and medical workforce, the coordination of professional development opportunities that consolidate biomedical research careers, as well as the implementation of inclusive practices that create a thriving environment for everyone, VHIO Academy nurtures the robust and responsible scientific advances that contribute to the fight against cancer.
Established in 2021 under the principles of interdisciplinarity, scientific creativity, collaboration, communication and mentoring, the VHIO Academy has contributed significantly to the internationalization and diversification of VHIO’s workforce, enhanced the skillset of early career researchers and strengthened the interactions between biomedical researchers and the healthcare community, essential for the creation of sustainable bonds that ensure collective responsibility and generate impactful oncology research.
Imma Falero – VHIO Academy Director
Alba Echarte – Academic Officer
Ana Martins Ribeiro, PhD – Research Culture & Development Officer
Carme Harris – International Attraction Officer
Maria Yubero, PhD – Training Coordinator
Paula Rodríguez – Learning Management Administrator
PROJECTS
FELLOWSHIPS PROGRAMMES
VHIO Academy is dedicated to attracting international talented scientists by offering fellowship and internship programs, at different steps of the scientific career: undergraduate, PhD, MD-PhD and postdoctoral programmes.
We are committed to an open, transparent and merit-based selection recruitment process.
Our organization is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. We believe in the value of diversity and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
ADVANCED TRAINING
One of VHIO’s main missions is to train and inspire the next generation of scientific leaders in oncology. VHIO’s Scientific Internal Training programmes coordinated by VHIO Academy attract young talent globally and provide state-of-the-art training and career development activities to empower fellows to reach their full potential. Our fellows develop their research skills in a unique collaborative and interdisciplinary setting that brings together excellent supervision and access to cutting edge technologies. A broad portfolio of complementary courses ranging from scientific to vocational training is available to further promote professional growth and assist fellows to take informed decisions about their next career step.
The VHIO Academy will encompass all educational programs at VHIO in order to manage the integration and dissemination of cancer-focused training opportunities, with initiatives for all VHIO personnel, as well programs tailored to patients and members of the community.
NETWORK & COMMUNITIES
Establish new initiatives to strengthen and reinforce the sense of belonging to the VHIO community by organising regular gathering and annual retreats that encourage interactions and team building. To foster professional development through workshops, seminars and mentorship programmes among others to facilitate continuous learning and collaboration within the VHIO community.
