The mission of the TRAIN@wayne T32 is to recruit, educate, and mentor highly-capable, racially-diverse predoctoral trainees who will create high impact in the field of addiction neuroscience. TRAIN@wayne is an interdisciplinary training program that will guide application of contemporary translational science approaches to investigate, understand, and ultimately reduce the problems of substance use disorders and co-occurring psychiatric dysfunction. To achieve these aims, TRAIN@wayne will emphasize experiential learning, ‘real world’ clinical observation, and individualized mentorship. Trainees will develop expertise in addiction neuroscience, utilize rigorous experimental methods, and exhibit excellence in scientific communication.

T32 Training Benefits

• Up to two years of Stipend, Tuition, Health Insurance, and Childcare benefits

• Up to $15,000 for research costs at any WSU University Research Core

• Up to $2,000 for specialized research training at an external course, workshop, or conference

• Up to $4,750 per year to present research at national scientific meetings

• Access to an internal standing F30/F31 review committee

• Individualized clinical observation and community engagement experiences

• Unique scientific networking opportunities

• Preferential enrollment in addiction-related courses

• Prestigious recognition as a NIDA T32 Predoctoral Fellow  

Applications Due February 15th, 2025

To be eligible to apply, students must be nominated by a graduate mentor affiliated with TRAIN@wayne. See the TRAIN@wayne T32 Handbook for more information. Application materials (below) must be submitted via email to 'TRAIN@wayne.edu' by February 15th, 2025.

• Curriculum Vita

• Unofficial Graduate Transcript

• Individual Development Plan (IDP)

• Three (3) Letters of Recommendation (letters from any mentor will be accepted)

• One-page Statement of Purpose describing your research interests, career goals, and possible dissertation project

T32 Training Handbook