Neuro-Oncology Clinical MD Fellow

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As a fellow in our Neuro-Oncology program, you'll deepen your understanding of the biology and etiology of pediatric brain tumors while gaining clinical experience within one of North America's largest brain tumor centers. This program offers a blend of clinical training and exposure to innovative therapeutic approaches being developed at St. Jude, designed to prepare you for leadership in neuro-oncology. As a fellow, you will: Manage diverse clinical cases: Gain experience caring for a broad spectrum of patients in a high-volume clinical setting. Collaborate across specialties: Integrate expertise from pediatric neurology, neurosurgery, neuropathology, neuroradiology, oncology, and radiation oncology to provide comprehensive care for children with primary brain tumors and therapy-related neurological complications. Engage with cutting-edge therapies: Work alongside internationally recognized laboratories in clinical pharmacology and molecular biology to explore innovative treatments. Translate research to patient care: Advance research that bridges laboratory discoveries and clinical protocols, directly impacting our patient care. This one-year clinical fellowship provides a platform to expand your clinical knowledge and skills and be involved in protocol development and clinical trials from bench to bedside under the mentorship of internationally renowned clinical investigators. Fellows receive a professional development allowance, research allowance, a personal computer for use during the fellowship, tuition assistance, dependent care assistance, moving allowance, an employer-contributed retirement savings plan, an onsite health and fitness facility, flexible health and dependent care savings accounts, medical, dental and vision insurance (cost shared), and disability, long term disability, and group life insurance. Memphis offers a relaxed, affordable lifestyle with excellent cultural and recreational amenities. 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. St. Jude is consistently ranked by the U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric cancer hospital, with a strong commitment to patient-family centered care. St. Jude is the first and only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center devoted solely to children. St. Jude Children's Research Hospital is consistently ranked on Glassdoor's "Best Places to Work" list. Eligibility Eligible applicants will have completed a pediatric hematology/oncology or a pediatric neurology fellowship. The Neuro-Oncology fellowship program accepts international applicants who have obtained their ECFMG certification. 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: Personal statement Curriculum vitae Three original letters of recommendation (submitted directly from the referee) USMLE transcript Medical school transcripts ECFMG Certification (if applicable) St. Jude is an Equal Opportunity Employer No Search Firms St. Jude Children's Research Hospital does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. Please do not call or email. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee or other representative at St. Jude via email, the internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place and approved by HR will result in no fee being paid in the event the candidate is hired by St. Jude.