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.
Director
Alan Hauser, MD, PhD
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.
Associate Director, Chair of the Admissions Committee
Lisa Beutler, MD, PhD
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.
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.
Associate Director for Career Guidance
William A Muller, MD, PhD
Phone: 312-503-0436
My emphasis in the program is on career guidance and mentorship for residency.
Associate Director for Graduate Advising
Theresa Walunas, PhD
Phone: 312-503-8018
My emphasis in the program is on guidance and mentorship during the graduate phase of MSTP training.
Associate Director and Grant Writing Instructor
Deborah Winter, PhD
deborah.winter@northwestern.edu
Phone: 312-503-0535
My emphasis in the program is leadership of the grant writing course.
Program Manager
John Durbin, MBA
Phone: 312.503.5232
I manage the MSTP admissions process and assist with program outreach and special events.
Program Coordinator
Joyce Tamanio
Phone: 312-503-2898
I oversee the program finances and registration and support the general administration of the program.