The Department of Pathology at the University of Utah Health Sciences Center offers a one or two-year fellowship in molecular genetic pathology to qualified applicants. This fellowship provides comprehensive training in molecular testing for human genetics, infectious diseases, hematopathology, oncology, pharmacogenetics and histocompatibility. Training includes didactic lectures in molecular pathology, rotations through a variety of active clinical laboratories performing molecular testing, active consultation on clinical problems related to these tests and clinical research. A large variety and volume of molecular assays are received from the University of Utah Health Sciences Center and the Associated Regional and University Pathologists (ARUP Laboratories) reference testing network. Opportunities for gaining competence in clinical/pathological correlation for a variety of molecular assays are abundant. Active development of new molecular assays is ongoing, incorporating a broad range of traditional and cutting-edge technologies. Fellows are required to participate in projects of basic assay development and validation. Laboratory management and administrative responsibilities are also assumed by the fellow, who is provided formal training in laboratory management.

For applicants interested in pursuing careers in academic pathology, a two year fellowship is recommended, allowing for the development of a focused research project in basic or translational studies leading to abstract and manuscript publications and presentations at national meetings.

Requirements

Candidates should have completed pathology training in an approved AP and/or CP program. Prior experience in molecular biology or genetics is preferred.

Stipends

Commensurate with level of training and experience.

Faculty:

• Karl V. Voelkerding, M.D.
  Program Director
• David R. Hillyard M.D
  Co-Program Director
• Pinar Bayrak-Toydemir, M.D., PhD.
• David D. Eckels, Ph.D.
• Philip S. Bernard, M.D.
• Elaine Lyon, Ph.D.
• Arthur Brothman, Ph.D.
• Rong Mao, M.D.

To Apply

Forward current Curriculum Vitae, brief statement of personal goals and objectives, and three letters of recommendation to:

Karl V. Voelkerding, M.D.
Molecular Genetic Pathology Fellowship Program Director
Medical Director for Advanced Technology

ARUP Laboratories
500 Chipeta Way,
Salt Lake City, Utah 84108