Advanced Peds Hem/Onc MD Fellow

Advanced Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Program

The Advanced Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Program is designed for physicians who have completed training in pediatric hematology/oncology and seek to further develop advanced clinical expertise alongside rigorous research training. The program emphasizes the integration of clinical excellence with scholarly activity, preparing fellows for careers as independent investigators and academic leaders in subspecialty areas.

The program aims to:

• Enhance and refine advanced clinical skills
• Develop subspecialty expertise in a focused area
• Foster independent research competency
• Promote scholarly productivity
• Support career development and transition to academic leadership

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

Applicants with medicine/pediatrics training who have completed fellowship training in pediatric hematology/oncology are preferred. However, exceptional applicants trained in general pediatrics, internal medicine and family medicine are also encouraged to apply.

International applicants must be ECFMG certified.

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.

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:

Curriculum Vitae (CV), Personal statement Three (3) letters of recommendation

Develop Independent Research Competency

Design, conduct, analyze, and interpret hypothesis-driven research Gain proficiency in laboratory, translational, clinical, outcomes, or population-based research Critically evaluate scientific literature Develop grant-writing skills (e.g., K08, K23, K12, physician-scientist pathways)

Advance Subspecialty Expertise

Develop advanced knowledge in a defined focus area (e.g., bone marrow transplantation, brain tumors, cellular therapy, hematology, leukemia/lymphoma, survivorship, solid tumors) Apply mechanistic understanding to clinical care Establish a distinct niche within academic pediatric hematology/oncology

Fellows in the program will:

Maintain and Refine Clinical Excellence

Participate in specialized clinical rotations aligned with research focus Integrate research insights into clinical practice

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.