Not sure where to go for research updates, resources, or discussion? Advocate Health hosts several recurring forums tailored to different roles across the research enterprise, from study coordinators to research leaders. Here’s a quick rundown to help you find your fit.
Study Coordinator Resources Forum (SCaRF)
A monthly gathering for clinical research professionals across the enterprise, sponsored by the Wake Forest CTSI. Network with peers, hear from guest speakers, and dig into topics shaping clinical research today.
Study Coordinator Resources Forum (SCaRF)
A monthly gathering for clinical research professionals across the enterprise, sponsored by the Wake Forest CTSI. Network with peers, hear from guest speakers, and dig into topics shaping clinical research today.
- When: 4th Thursday of each month, 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. ET, via Microsoft Teams
- Who: Research support staff, study staff, and research coordinators
- Get involved: Register here to receive calendar invites and join the network
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View past sessions: visit the SCaRF page for recordings
Research Administrators Meetings
Stay current on grant administration, compliance, research security, clinical research operations, federal policy, and the tools that support your team.
- When: 2nd Thursday, every other month (January, March, May, July, September, November) — remaining 2026 dates: September 10th and November 12th, 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. ET via Webex
- Who: Research administrators, grants and contracts staff, post-award teams, and research support staff
- Get involved: Invites go out via the research administrators’ listserv about a month ahead. To join, email Penny Gatsis at penny.gatsis@advocatehealth.org
- View past sessions: visit the Research Administrators Meetings page for recordings, recaps, and agendas
Research Leaders Monthly Meetings
A recurring space for enterprise research leadership to share updates, align on priorities, and coordinate across teams.
- When: Last Tuesday of each month, 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. ET, via Microsoft Teams
- Who: Research leaders, directors, administrators, and others in strategic and operational roles
- Get involved: Contact Jeanne Warsaw at jeanne-a.warsaw@aah.org to be added to the invite list
- View past sessions: visit the Research Leaders Monthly Meetings page for recordings, recaps, and agendas
Stay Connected
Whatever your role in the research enterprise, there’s a forum built to keep you informed and connected. These groups are more than meetings, they’re a chance to learn from colleagues, stay ahead of enterprise-wide changes, and be part of a growing community advancing research at Advocate Health. Find the group that fits your role, get on the list, and join the conversation.