pediatric sub-specialties, including:
- Hematology/Oncology
- Neuro-Oncology
- Pharmaceutical
- Psychosocial
- Infectious Diseases
Our clinic sees approximately 200 new solid tumor patients per year. The outpatient clinic has dedicated nurses and nurse practitioners. The inpatient unit is shared with neuro-oncology and is well staffed with hematology oncology fellows, nurse practitioners and residents. Solid tumor fellows have the option to do a limited number of inpatient weeks and act as a "junior attending" if they wish to do so during their one-year training.
We emphasize interdisciplinary care with multiple specialties including radiation oncology, surgery, orthopedic oncology, interventional radiology, diagnostic imaging, pathology and clinical genomics.
Eligibility
Eligible applicants will have completed a pediatric hematology/oncology fellowship. 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.
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.
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)
