If you are interested in applying to the Medical Microbiology Fellowship Program, please send Sheena Hovey a cover letter, CAP Standardized Pathology Fellowship Application, current curriculum vitae, personal statement, medical school Dean’s letter, three letters of recommendation that include one from the Director of your Residency Program and two additional faculty, USMLE scores (steps 1, 2, and 3), copy of ECFMG certificate (applies to international medical graduates only), copy of Permanent Visa (if applicable), and copy of medical school diploma.

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Applications will be accepted until fellowship position(s) are filled.

Eligibility for fellowship

Priority will be given to applicants with certification in clinical pathology (successful completion of ACGME-accredited training program in CP, AP/CP).  Trainees with infectious diseases or other relevant background who intend to pursue a career including laboratory directorship will also be considered.

Priority deadline

Applications are accepted in on an ongoing, rolling basis until fellowship positions are filled for any given fellowship year. Typically we begin to review applications approximately 18 months prior to the fellowship start date. Applications will continue to be accepted until fellowship positions are filled.

Certification requirements

Medical specialty certification in the United States is a voluntary process which serves multiple purposes for the trainee and the public.

Certification...

  • is one mission of the training program (to produce trainees who meet board eligibility criteria);
  • distinguishes a physician as someone with a distinct level of expertise;
  • provides more opportunities when applying for employment;
  • is a commitment to life-long improvement for providing the best patient care; and
  • elevates physicians into the ranks of doctors committed to the highest standards of healthcare.

For more information visit the American Board of Pathology for specifics on board certification requirements.

Interviews

We will interview candidates for positions beginning as early as October and ending when positions are filled. Interviews are on a virtual platform. The program coordinator will contact you with information regarding specific dates and times. Orientation for all new fellows begins on July 1, so you must be available for that start date and be licensed in Iowa by June 15.