NARAP & APSA
Connecting Future Health Professionals to the
Physician-Scientist Pathway
NARAP and the American Physician Scientists Association (APSA) are working together to expand access to mentorship, education, and career pathways for pre-health professionals interested in medicine, research, and physician-scientist careers.
Two Organizations. One Shared Goal.
The National Alliance of Research Associates Programs
NARAP connects emergency departments, research, and pre-health professionals through its Research Associate model. Its national network gives professionals opportunities to participate in clinical research while gaining meaningful exposure to healthcare and patient-facing environments.
American Physician Scientists Association
APSA is a physician-scientist trainee-led organization focused on advocacy, mentorship, networking, outreach, and professional development for physician-scientist trainees. It represents more than 2,000 members across more than 115 institutions.
Why This Partnership Matters
The journey toward a career in medicine and research can be difficult to navigate. Pre-health professionals need opportunities to explore healthcare, meaningful research experiences, and access to people who have already walked the path.
NARAP and APSA bring complementary strengths to that journey. NARAP gives pre-health professionals opportunities to engage with clinical research and healthcare environments, while APSA connects pre-health professionals with physician-scientist perspectives, mentorship, educational resources, and career pathways.
Creating More Opportunities Along the Journey
Mentorship
Connect pre-health professionals with mentors who understand the physician-scientist pathway.
Education
Bring physician-scientist education and career insights directly to NARAP's Research Associates.
Clinical Research
Help pre-health professionals explore clinical research opportunities through NARAP's national infrastructure.
Community
Connect aspiring pre-health professionals with a broader national community of students, trainees, researchers, and physician-scientists.
Connect, Learn, & Grow with NARAP & APSA
