PhD in Transplant Infectious Diseases: The Division of Infectious Diseases, Department of Medicine at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA is offering a one-year clinical (non-ACGME accredited) career development position in Transplant Infectious Diseases. This exceptional opportunity provides intensive training in the expanding field of Transplant Infectious Diseases, focusing on patients undergoing various transplant procedures and those with hematologic malignancies. The successful candidate will work under the mentorship of UCLA Transplant Infectious Diseases specialists.
Scholarship Opportunity in Transplant Infectious Diseases at UCLA
Designation: Health Sciences Clinical Instructor
Research Area: Transplant Infectious Diseases
Location: Los Angeles
Eligibility/Qualification:
- M.D. or D.O. degree
- Completion of at least two years of an ACGME-accredited Infectious Diseases fellowship program
- Board certified or board eligible in Infectious Diseases
- California medical license or eligibility for the same
Job Description:
The selected candidate will work on the inpatient Transplant Infectious Diseases services for approximately 8 months under the supervision of Infectious Diseases faculty. This will involve regular weekend coverage and work over major holidays. Additionally, the position offers 3 months of elective time for pursuing scholarly activities and further specialized training. The role also includes teaching responsibilities for medical students, residents, and fellows during general Infectious Diseases service.
The focus of this position is to provide advanced training in Transplant Infectious Diseases and facilitate exposure to a diverse range of patients including those undergoing heart, lung, liver, and kidney transplantation, ventricular assist device implantation, and individuals with hematologic malignancies undergoing hematopoietic cell transplantation.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit the following documents through the application link: Apply here
- Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter
- Statement on Contributions to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
Reference letters are also required as part of the application process. For further inquiries, please contact tvanwagoner@mednet.ucla.edu.
Last Date for Apply:
Applications will be reviewed starting on Thursday, Aug 1, 2024, and should be submitted by Monday, Jun 30, 2025, at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) for full consideration. Submissions after the initial review date will be considered only if the position has not yet been filled.
