St. Jude accepts 3 fellows each year for training in Pediatric Infectious Diseases. Preference is given to candidates with interests in careers in clinical, translational or basic science research who have the potential to become successful academic subspecialists. Applications are accepted during the fall match through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS®).
Applications must include:
- Candidate’s personal statement
- Medical school transcripts
- Curriculum vitae
- USMLE transcripts
- Three original letters of recommendation (submitted directly from the referee)
- ECFMG certification (if applicable)
Eligibility
Applicants must have a MD or local equivalent and three years of postdoctoral training in pediatrics in either an ACGME-accredited pediatric residency program or an RCPSC-accredited pediatric residency program in Canada. Foreign medical graduates who have completed a non-accredited pediatric residency program may also be considered if they meet additional qualifications and conditions.
Requirements
The St. Jude Pediatric Infectious Diseases fellowship is affiliated with the University of Tennessee Graduate Medical Education program.
All fellows entering any graduate medical education program affiliated with the University of Tennessee College of Medicine must have passed the United States Medical Licensing Examination® (USMLE®) Steps 1 and 2 or equivalent examinations—the Comprehensive Osteopathic Medical Licensing Examination of the United States (COMLEX-USA) or the Medical Council of Canada Qualifying Examination (MCCQE).
Successful completion of USMLE Step 3 is required prior to starting the fellowship.
All international medical graduates must have Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) certification in order to enter the fellowship program.
Application Review Process
We offer a unique training environment and seek applicants who:
- Have successfully completed a pediatric residency program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME)
- Seek to pursue a career in academic pediatric infectious diseases
- Demonstrate excellence in the clinical care of children
- Show proven research ability or a strong potential for success in clinical or laboratory research
The fellowship director and the Fellowship Committee review each application and offer interviews to a select group of applicants. During your interview visit, you will interact with current fellows and speak with faculty members with expertise in your area of focus. You will also have the opportunity to tour our facilities. The costs of the interview, including airfare, lodging and meals, are covered by the program.
Please contact us with questions as you consider your options and prepare your application materials. We look forward to hearing from you.