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Northwestern MSTP Leadership

The leadership team of the Northwestern University Medical Scientist Training Program (MSTP) takes an active role in the training and mentoring of every MSTP student to ensure their success. Our faculty and staff are available to provide guidance and support throughout all stages of the program. 

Meet Our Student Leaders

Headshot of Alan Hauser, MD, PhD

Director

Alan Hauser, MD, PhD

ahauser@northwestern.edu

Phone: 312-503-1044

I oversee the program, including both the clinical training portions and the research phase. I especially enjoy interactions with the students and feel that feedback from the trainees leads to continuous improvement in the MSTP.

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Associate Director, Chair of the Admissions Committee

Lisa Beutler, MD, PhD

lisa.beutler@northwestern.edu

Phone: 312-503-4715

My role as chair of the admissions committee is to ensure a fair and comprehensive evaluation of the candidates who apply for entrance into our program.

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Associate Director

Melissa Brown, PhD

m-brown12@northwestern.edu

Phone: 312-503-0108

My emphasis in the program is on mentorship during the graduate phase of MSTP training and grant writing.

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Associate Director

Lindsey Martin, PhD

lindsey.martin@northwestern.edu

Phone: 312-503-2900

I am responsible for managing the administrative and academic affairs of the program. I also help students access university and program resources to help them achieve their unique professional goals.

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Program Manager

John Durbin, MBA

john.durbin@northwestern.edu

Phone:  312.503.5232

I manage the MSTP admissions process and assist with program outreach and special events.

Program Coordinator

Joyce Tamanio

j-tamanio@northwestern.edu

Phone: 312-503-2898

I oversee the program finances and registration and support the general administration of the program.