Clinical MD Fellow in Infectious Diseases of Immunocompromised Children and Adolescents

About the role

Infectious Diseases in immunocompromised children has emerged as a subspecialty within Pediatric Infectious Diseases over the past 2 decades, reflecting the increasing volumes and complexity of this patient population. Faculty positions focused on the care of immunocompromised hosts have become available, indicating an appreciation for expertise in this realm.

Responsibilities

• Manage patients with a wide variety of infectious diseases on both an inpatient and an ambulatory basis.
• Participate in antimicrobial stewardship, infection prevention and control, teaching, and research.

Requirements

This program is intended for practitioners who have completed a Pediatric Infectious Diseases fellowship and who wish to gain additional expertise and experience in the diagnosis, management, and prevention of infections in this patient population.

Qualifications

• Completed a Pediatric Infectious Diseases fellowship.
• Eligible for or currently holds a Medical License.

Skills

Strong clinical skills, ability to work independently and as part of a team, and proficiency in managing complex cases are essential.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Professional development allowance
• Personal computer for use during the fellowship
• Tuition assistance
• Dependent care assistance
• Moving allowance
• An onsite health and fitness facility
• Flexible health and dependent care savings accounts
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (cost shared)
• Disability, long term disability, and group life insurance

Pay

The fellowship program pays a competitive salary.

Schedule

The training program is 12-24 months in duration and can be customized to meet participants’ individual learning goals.

Contact Information

To Apply: Applicants may apply at any time. Our interview season is flexible, but typically occurs in the fall for a July 1st start.

Required Documents:

• Your application should include the following:
• A personal statement
• Curriculum vitae
• Three original letters of recommendation (submitted directly from the referee)
• USMLE transcript
• Medical school transcripts
• ECFMG Certification (if applicable)

About St. Jude

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is located in Memphis, Tennessee and is one of the world’s premier research and treatment centers for pediatric catastrophic illness. The hospital has a primary emphasis in treating youth with cancer, sickle cell disease, other hematologic conditions, infectious diseases, and pediatric neurological diseases. We have an international patient population, which allows fellows to enhance their skills in working with diverse populations.

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