Research Fellowship at Saint Louis University

Applications for 2009

The Saint Louis University Department of Dermatology is accepting applications for a

2 year Research Fellowship starting July 1, 2009.

The Department of Dermatology faculty members have extensive experience in conducting both industry sponsored clinical trials and investigator-initiated studies. The Research Fellow will join a research program composed of Dermatology faculty, a senior research fellow, and a clinical trial coordinator. Activities will include involvement in a variety of clinical trials and research projects. Ongoing and recent studies include clinical trials of cosmetic devices, anti-fungal therapies, atopic dermatitis therapies, psoriasis therapies, hyperhidrosis therapies, and melanoma and other cutaneous cancer therapies as well as studies involving database analysis of patient populations and interventions.

The fellow will participate in the design, implementation, and publication of studies. In addition, the fellow will take part in academic activities with the Dermatology residents and in patient care in the faculty Dermatology clinics. The fellow will also have the opportunity to devise, conduct, and present their own research study. A stipend and benefits are provided.

Requirements:
The applicant must have completed a minimum of PGY1 at an ACGME accredited program prior to start of the fellowship and must be eligible to obtain a Missouri medical license.

Applications must be received by 4/10/09. Full applications will be considered at time of receipt, prior to the deadline. In person interviews may be required.

Interested applicants should send:

Letter of Intent

Curriculum Vitae

USMLE scores

Medical school transcript

3 letters of reference

To:

Saint Louis University Department of Dermatology

Research Fellowship Program

Attn: Paula Turdo

1402 S. Grand Blvd.(US Mail)

1755 S. Grand Blvd. (courier)

Saint Louis, MO 63104

Fax: 314-256-3431 Telephone: 314-256-3433 Email: turdops@slu.edu