American Urological Association Urology Scientific Mentoring and Research Training (USMART) Program

Pairs early-career urologists and researchers with leading urologic clinician-investigators and scientists to engage in a structured, longitudinal mentoring experience customized by sub-specialty career interest and research expertise.

Eligibility

 Applicants must:

• be early career investigators who hold an MD (or equivalent) and/or PhD (or equivalent)
  • MD (or equivalent) degree applicants must be within eight (8) years of completing ACGME (or equivalent) residency training
  • PhD (or equivalent) degree applicants must be within ten (10) years of completing terminal degree
  • dual MD and PhD degrees should follow the eligibility criteria most applicable
• be an AUA member in good standing
• be affiliated with an institution located within the within the boundaries of the AUA Sections,
• be able to commit 1-2 hours per month for one year (via phone, video conference, or in-person interactions) to participate in the program
• have a strong, demonstrable commitment to a future career as a urology physician, physician-scientist, or researcher

Application deadline: Dec 11, 2026
Please note: Participation in the USMART program does not include financial compensation of any kind. Participation in virtual and/or in-person USMART Academy events is at the individual’s expense.