ICMR INTERNATIONAL FELLOWSHIPS

The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) invites applications from Indian biomedical scientists for the international fellowships for the year 2010-11.

Number of fellowships: Young scientists-12; Senior scientists-6

Duration: 3-6 months for young scientists and 10-15 days for senior scientists

Eligibility:

· M.D/PhD degree with at least three years teaching/research experience for young scientists and at least fifteen years teaching/research experience for senior scientists.

· Regular position in a recognized biomedical/research/health institution in India .

· Below 45 years of age for young and 55 years for senior scientists.

Financial support:

US $ 2400 per month, contingency grant of Rs.15,000/- and return economy class air ticket (excursion airfare) for young scientists. US $ 160 per day (including US$ 75 as per diem and rest for accommodation expenses) and return economy class air ticket (excursion airfare) for senior scientists.

Note:- The applicant should submit a letter of acceptance from the foreign Institute where he/ she proposes to work along with a concrete plan of training / research work to be undertaken during the fellowship.

- Recommendation by the Head of the parent organization / institute is essential.

- Incomplete applications will not be entertained.

- Decision of ICMR will be final.

- If selected, the fellowship is to be availed before 28^th February, 2011.

Ten copies of the application should be submitted to: International Health Division, Indian Council of Medical Research, V. Ramalingaswami Bhawan, Post Box No.4911, Ansari Nagar, New Delhi-110029.

Last date of receipt of applications: 15^th April, 2010

ICMR-Post Doctoral Research Fellow (Scheme)

ICMR-Post Doctoral Research Fellow (Scheme)

ICMR Postdoctoral Research Fellowship Scheme is being instituted to foster high quality research opportunities to promising fresh PhD/MD/MS holders in the cutting edge areas of basic science, communicable and non communicable diseases, reproductive health including nutrition at ICMR Institutes/ Centers. Special focus will be on fundamental research in areas of science and other priority areas identified by ICMR from time to time. ICMR intends to offer fifty (50) such fellowships every year for working in ICMR Institutes/Centers with state-of-art R&D facilities. These fellowships will be allocated by Director General, ICMR, depending upon the needs of the Institute /Centre.

Eligibility:

Fresh PhD/MD/MS within one year of completing PhD/MD/MS and also those who have submitted PhD/MD/MS thesis.

ICMR Postdoctoral Research Fellowship is open to Indian nationals only.

Tenure:

Two years and extendable for maximum one more year based on outstanding performance and recommendations by the Director / Officer-in-Charge of the concerned ICMR Institutes/Centers.

Maximum Age Limit:

32 years, relaxable upto 5 years in case of SC/ST/OBC/PH and women candidates, as on last date of application for a particular batch (30^th June/31^st Dec.) as may be applicable.

Remuneration:

ICMR Post Doctoral Fellows will be paid a consolidated fellowship of Rs.35,000/- per month plus House Rent Allowance (HRA)/Non-Practicing Allowance (NPA) as Per rules of ICMR and a contingency grant of Rs.3.0 lakhs per annum. 25% of the contingency grant can be used for travel including per diem expenses.

Mode of Selection:

Selection of the “ICMR Postdoctoral Research Fellows” will be made through interview of short listed candidates by specially constituted Committees by Director General based on their quality of thesis, relevant to their project submitted for consideration and its relation with the thesis, quality of the proposed work to be carried out and its relevance to the Institute, publications, citation and its impact factor as well as performance in the Interview. No TA/DA will be paid by ICMR for attending the Interview. The place of interviews will be decided by the Director General, ICMR. Eligible candidates must route their applications through the sponsoring ICMR Institutes/Centers. Applicants coming abroad may also be considered in absentia, if eligible and found suitable by the Committee. Applicants who have not awarded their Ph.D/MD/MS Degree at the time of interview, they can join ICMR PDF by 30^th June/31^st December in a particular year. For example, applicants who have submitted their application by 31^st December in a year they can join by 30^th June next year provided Ph.D/MD/MS degree is awarded by this date.

Accommodation and other benefits:

Accommodation may be provided by ICMR Institutes/Centers if available. However, in such cases HRA will not be paid. ICMR Postdoctoral Fellows will be entitled for medical benefits and leave as per the ICMR Rules for JRF/Research Associates.

Other relevant information:

Fellowship amount will be paid to ICMR institutes/Centre every six months including contingency grant.

All other rules and regulations as applicable to ICMR JRF/ Research Associate (can be seen at ICMR Website) will be applicable to PDF’s. In all matters, the decision of ICMR shall be final.

List of ICMR Institutes/Centers and their Niche Areas/R&D activities are available on the ICMR web site. For more information about Institute/Centre, please visit the websites of the individual Institutes/Centers.

All correspondence pertaining to “ICMR Postdoctoral Research Fellowship” should be addressed to :

Dr K K Singh, Head-MPD,
Indian Council of Medical Research,
V. Ramalingaswami Bhavan,
Ansari Nagar, Post Box No.4911,
New Delhi-110029

Email: icmrhqds@sansad.nic.in

Tel.No.011-26589753

Dates for receiving application: Selection will be made twice in an year and the last dates for receiving the application will be 31^st Dec. and 30^th June every year.

How to Apply

Please read the instructions, given at ICMR website carefully before filling the Application Form (Annexure-I). The Application Proforma is also provided there (Annexure). List of ICMR Institutes/Centers are available at ICMR web Page at icmr.org.in. Applications complete in all respect must reach on or before the closing date (twice in an year). Candidates are advised to contact the Directors/ Officers-in Charge of ICMR Institutes/Centers where they are interested to pursue their PDF. Applicants can visit the site at icmr.org.in to know the activities of the Institutes/ Centers and to know their mandates. Application received without the recommendation of the Director /Officer-in charge of the sponsoring ICMR Institute/Center will not be entertained.

Where to apply

Applications duly filled in the prescribed format and complete in all respect should be sent to :

The Director General
Attention: Dr K K Singh, Head MPD,
Indian Council of Medical Research
V. Ramalingaswami Bhavan,
Ansari Nagar, P. Box No.4911,
New Delhi-110029

ICMR's Junior Research Fellowship

Test For ICMR's Junior Research Fellowship

Notification 2010

APPLICATION FORMS SHALL BE AVAILABLE FROM : 29.03.2010 Information & Application Form

LAST DATE OF RECEIPT OF APPLICATION FORMS : 28.04.2010

ICMR in collaboration with PGIMER, Chandigarh will hold a National Level Examination for the award of Junior Research Fellowships (JRF), for Indian national candidates at Chandigarh, Chennai, Delhi, Kolkata Mumbai,Guwahati and Hyderabad on Sunday, July 18^th, 2010.

A total of 150 Fellowships would be awarded; 120 fellowships awarded in Life Sciences stream (like Microbiology, Physiology, Molecular Biology, Genetics, Human Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Bioinformatics, Biophysics, Immunology, Pharmacology, Zoology, Environmental Sciences, Botany, Veterinary Sciences etc), and thirty (30) fellowships in Social Sciences stream (like Psychology, Sociology, Home Science, Statistics, Anthropology, Social work & Health Economics ).

Application form duly completed must reach the Registrar; Academic Section PGIMER, Chandigarh-160012 by registered/Speed post on or before 28.04.2010. Candidates from remote areas /regions may submit their application forms duly completed latest by 03.05.2010.

Eligibility:

Educational: M.Sc/M.A or equivalent degree with minimum 55% marks for General/OBC Candidates and 50% for the SC/ST & Physically Handicapped (PH) candidates in the subjects mentioned above. Candidates appearing in the final year examination (2009-2010) can also apply.

Age Limit: The upper age limit for admission to the eligibility test is 28 years as on 30-09-2010 (relaxable up to 5 years in case of candidates belonging to SC/ST/PH/ female candidates and 3 years in the case of OBC.

Information bulletin containing the application form and other details will be available at PGIMER Websitehttp://pgimer.nic.in and ICMR New Delhi Website : icmr.nic.in . The candidates may apply in the downloaded form together with requisite fee by demand draft in the name of DIRECTOR, PGIMER, Chandigarh. The prescribed application form along with Information Brochure will also be available on cash payment (Not by Cheque or money order) from the office of Registrar, Academic Section,PGIMER,Chandigarh-160012 at the counter ( Room No. 309, 3^rd Floor, Kairon, Admn. Block ) & ICMR, New Delhi from 29.03.2010 on cash payment of Rs. 500/- for General & OBC and Rs. 300/- for SC/ST/PH from 10.30AM to 12.30PM and from 2.30PM to 3.30 PM on all working days except Saturdays (On Saturday forms will be available at PGIMER, Chandigarh only from 10.30 AM to 12.00 Noon) or by post for which request (inscribed on the envelope “Application form ICMR-JRF Exam -2010" must be accompanied with a self addressed thick envelope of size 8” x10” bearing Postage stamp of Rs. 50/- and requisite Bank draft. The Bank draft should be preferably from any SBI Branch payable at SBI Medical Institute Branch (Code No. 1524), Chandigarh (for General & OBC Rs. 500/- and Rs. 300/- for SC/ST/PH) drawn in favour of “DIRECTOR,PGIMER, Chandigarh”)

Candidates are advised to preserve photocopy of the Bank draft for further reference. SC/ST/OBC/PH candidates should submit a copy of the certificate from the competent authority in English or Hindi along with bank draft. All disputes relating to the conduct of the examination or any matter connected with this advertisement shall be dealt in the jurisdiction of Delhi Court.

NOTE: No request for supply of form by post will be entertained after 23.04.2010

Genetics at Gangaram Hospital

Center of Genetic Medicine
Sir Ganga Ram Hospital

Center of Genetic Medicine, Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, invites applications for a project on "Genetic Education and Training" funded by the Department of Biotechnology, Government of India

I. Training courses:
(1) Ph. D.- 4 positions, 2 year course. Registration at GGSI University, Delhi.
(2) Fellowship – 2 positions, 1- year course.


Qualifications: MBBS/MD/MSc. in Genetics/MSc Life Sciences with experience in Genetics.
Stipend per month - Rs. 19,000 for PhD course; Rs. 15,000 for Fellowship.

II. Faculty Positions (Consultant): Three.


Qualifications: DM or PhD in Genetics/MD or PhD Life sciences with experience in Genetics. Consolidated salary: Rs. 40,000 per month.


Last date for receipt of applications – 31st July 2009.

Indo-UK Rheumatology Travelling Fellowship

Indo-UK Rheumatology Travelling Fellowship

Objective : To fund a promising young rheumatologist (trainee) to attend an International Rheumatology Conference: BSR or EULAR

Recipients of the fellowship are encouraged to spend some time in one or more Rheumatology units of their choice in UK to gain further experience in their area of interest. The duration of visit can vary from 6 weeks to 3 months dependant on personal circumstances and be linked to the back of the conference. Applicants should be members of IRA and should have demonstrated their commitment to Rheumatology by signing in/already working in a Rheumatology training programme. Applicants are at liberty to apply for additional funding to other agencies

Number of fellowships for the year 2010: One (1) Amount: UK £ 1250 Last Date: 1st September 2009 Age limit: 40 years

The following documents need to be enclosed with the application

• Brief CV (no more than one page) PLUS one page outlining: • Applicants choice of International Conference • Reasons why the fellowship should be granted to the individual • How the fellowship will help the applicants career plans • Area of special interest/ overseas Rheumatology units the applicant would like to spend time and correspondence with host units • Abstract Acceptance Letter is desirable but not essential • Recommendation of the Consultant/Supervisor of the Training Programme (Please request the Supervisor to email his/her recommendation to Dr Ira Pande)

Applications may be sent preferably by email to

Dr. Ira Pande MD, PhD, FRCP President Indo-UK Rheumatology Forum Consultant Rheumatology Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust Nottingham NG5 1PB, UK

Email: ira.pande@nuh.nhs.uk

One copy of the application should be sent to IRA Secretariat: secretary.ira@gmail.com

Short listed candidates may be required to attend a personal interview during IRACON-2009. Fellowship awardees have to submit a conference report for publication in Indian Journal of Rheumatology to Editor IJR

ISG Travel fellowships for attending APDW, Taipei, Taiwan

The Indian Society of Gastroenterology is pleased to offer around 30-40 International Travel Fellowships to attend the Asia Pacific Digestive Week to be held in Taipei, Taiwan between September 27-30, 2009. Of these slots, 10 will be exclusively for YOUNG Gastroenterologists (<35>

Aspiring candidates should send copies of their submitted abstracts, CV, and photocopy of their passports to the secretariat by July 31, 2009. Selection results will be announced by early September. A total support amount of Rs 60, 000 will be provided to those selected, on their return and on furnishing of the following: evidence of attendance, receipt of registration fees, original air-ticket jackets with boarding card and report of their learning experience. Please note that the last date for submitting abstracts for the APDW conference is 15^th June. Please hurry and try to make it for the APDW2009. Please also note that the APDW is offering early bird registration and registration for the trainees and at trainee rate of USD 250 only.

OVERSEAS VASCULAR CLINICAL FELLOWSHIP PROGRAMMES

Applications from full life members of VSI for the Overseas training fellowship available to VSI.

APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE SENT DIRECTLY TO THE SECRETARY BEFORE 31st AUGUST OF EVERY CALENDER YEAR.

FOR FURTHER DETAILS SEE: www.vsi.org.in/training.

Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgical Program

Functional Fellowship

The Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgical Program at the Jaslok Hospital, Mumbai offers a fellowship course in Functional Neurosurgery to post MCh or DNB Neurosurgical candidates.

The fellowship will bear a stipend of Rs. 50000 and would be offered for 1-2 years period.

Interested candidates can apply directly to Dr. Paresh Doshi by email on pareshkd@gmail.com

AASAN Fellowship Program

The AASAN Fellowship aims to assist young neurosurgeons from India to visit neurosurgical centers in the US and to attend one of the major national neurosurgical conferences (CNS or AANS). The purpose of this endeavor is to provide these physicians with an exposure to American neurosurgery, to help build bridges of collaboration between the two countries and to facilitate the exchange of knowledge. Award is $2500.

Attach CV and Essay on goals (Please limit to maximum 1 page)

Include : Date of birth, Place of birth, Nationality, College, MedicalSchool, Residency and Subspecialty of interest

Anticipated dates - Meeting to be attended - Institution to visit

Send to : Raj Narayan, MD narayark@ucmail.uc.edu

Web address : http://www.aasan.us

Kimberlee A. Antonetti, Research Coordinator
Childhood Neurosurgery and Center for Hydrocephalus, PA
58 West Michigan Street
Orlando, FL 32806
(407)649-6474 office
(407)325-9021 cell
kantonetti@pedneurosurgery.net

A Comprehensive Spinal Fellowship Course

"A Comprehensive Spinal Fellowship Course" coordinated by the Departments of Neurosurgery and Orthopedics is available to Neurosurgeons and Orthopedic surgeons The duration is 6 weeks.

Those who are interested, please contact :

Prof.Atul Goel
Dept. of Neurosurgery, K.E.M.Hospital & Seth G.S.Medical College,
Parel, Mumbai- 400 012.
Tel: 412 9884, 413 6051 Ext. 2001.
Fax: 414 3435.
e-mail: neurosurgkem@yahoo.com

Ved Ram Nagar Fellowship in Neurosurgery

Ved Ram Nagar Fellowship in Neurosurgery

Paras Institute of Neurosciences invites applications for fellowship in Neurosurgery

Eligibility: Recently Completed or pursuing their final year of Mch/DNB Training in Neurosurgery.

Duration: Between 4 weeks to 12 weeks as per the candidate’s convenience. (Round the year)

Emoluments: Rs 20,000/- pm with accommodation for Indian Nationals and Rs 30,000/- pm for Foreign nationals.
The application with resume should be duly forwarded & recommendation by the respective HODs for those who are pursuing their final year of Mch/DNB Training in Neurosurgery.

During this fellowship candidate will have an opportunity to spend one week at NBRC also.

Interested Candidate may apply with their resume to:

Director Neurosciences
C-1, Sushant Lok, Phase 1, Sector 43, Gurgaon – 122002, Haryana
OR
E- mail: mehta_vs@rediffmail.com, drvsmehta@parashospitals.com
Ph:91-124-4585559/ 555

Neurology Courses

UCL Institute of Neurology, Queen Square

The mission of the the UCL Institute of Neurology is to carry out high quality research, teaching and training in basic and clinical neurosciences.

We are now recruiting to the following MSc and Diploma courses starting in September 2009.

Advanced Neuroimaging
Brain and Mind Sciences (Dual Masters)
Clinical Neurology (MSc & Diploma)
Clinical Neuroscience (MSc)

Information on all our courses can be found at: http://www.ion.ucl.ac.uk/education/education_intro.htm

For further information please contact:

Education Unit,
UCL Institute of Neurology,
Queen Square, London, WC1N 3BG
E- mail: education.unit@ion.ucl.ac.uk
Tel: 0044(0) 20 879 8740

Closing date for receipt of applications: 31st July 2009

Fellowships at KEM. Mumbai

Seth GS Medical College and KEM Hospital
Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai
Parel, Mumbai 400012

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Applications are invited for the following MUHS accredited fellowship and certificate courses at the Seth GS Medical College & KEM Hospital Mumbai. The courses will begin on 15 th July 2009 .

Name of the department	Course	Duration	Eligibility	Fees structure	Number of student/s
1-Anesthesia	Cardiac Anesthesia (Fellowship course)	1 year	MD or DNB in Anesthesiology	40,000/-	2
2-Anesthesia	Neuro Anesthesia (Fellowship course)	1 year	MD or DNB in Anesthesiology	40,000/-	2
3-Anesthesia	Pediatric Anesthesia (Fellowship course)	1 year	MD or DNB in Anesthesiology	40,000/-	2
4-Clinical Pharmacology	Drug development (Fellowship)	1 year	MD or DNB in Pharmacology/Med/Peds/PSM	40,000/-	2
5-Clinical Pharmacology	Clinical Research for undergraduates (certificate course)	3 months	II/III MBBS/Interns/Externs	10,000/-	35
6-Dermatology	Diagnostic dermatology (Fellowship)	1 year	MD or DNB in dermatology	40,000/-	2
7- Medicine	Critical Care (Fellowship)	1 year	MD or DNB in Med/Chest Medicine/Anesthesia	40,000/-	2
8-Neonatology	Neonatology (Fellowship)	1 year	MD or DNB Pediatrics	40,000/-	2
9-Pathology	Neuropathology (Fellowship)	1 year	MD or DNB Pathology	40,000/-	2
10-Pathology	Uropathology (Fellowship)	1 year	MD or DNB Pathology	40,000/-	2
11-Pathology	Pediatric pathology (Fellowship)	1 year	MD or DNB Pathology	40,000/-	2
12-Pathology	Cytopathology (Fellowship)	1 year	MD or DNB Pathology	40,000/-	2
13-Pathology	GI and hepatopancreatico-biliary (Fellowship)	1 year	MD or DNB Pathology	40,000/-	2
14-Pathology	Cardiovascular (Fellowship)	1 year	MD or DNB Pathology	40,000/-	2
15-Pediatrics	Intensive care (Fellowship)	1 year	MD or DNB or DCh or FCPS in child health/pediatrics	40,000/-	2
16-Pediatrics	Clinical Genetics (Fellowship)	1 year	MD or DNB or DCh or FCPS in child health/pediatrics or MD (Med), or MD (Ob Gyn)	40,000/-	2
17-Pediatrics	Respiratory disorders (certificate course)	6 months	MD or DNB in Peds/Chest Medicine or DCh or FCPS- in child health	20,000/-	2
18-Pediatric Surgery	Minimal access (Fellowship course)	1 year	MCh or DNB in Pediatric Surgery	40,000/-	2
19-Radiology	Vascular and Interventional radiology (Fellowship)	1 year	MD or DNB or DMRD in radiology/radio diagnosis	40,000/-	2
20-Radiology	Interventional neuro radiology (Fellowship)	1 year	MD or DNB or DMRD in radiology/radio diagnosis	40,000/-	2
21-Radiology	Body imaging, CT Scan, MRI- Chest and Abdomen (Certificate course)	9 months	MD or DNB or DMRD in radiology/radio diagnosis	30,000/-	2
22-Radiology	USG and color Doppler (Fellowship)	1 year	MD or DNB or DMRD in radiology/radio diagnosis	40,000/-	2
23-Radiology	Diagnostic neuroradiology (Fellowship)	1 year	MD or DNB or DMRD in radiology/radio diagnosis	40,000/-	2
24- Surgical Gastroenterology and General Surgery	Minimal access (Certificate course)	9 months	MS or DNB- General Surgery	30,000/-	2

General Instructions and Information

1) Courses will commence in July of each year.

2) Advertisements will be available on the institutional website (www.kem.edu) and the intranet and on notice boards of all municipal medical colleges.

3) Basic qualification: As determined for each certificate/fellowship course- see table

4) Interview: By a panel of experts of three (3) - including a Senior Professor, and at least one external expert and an internal expert.

5) Selection procedure- Selection will be based on performance at interview (30%), University level academic merits (20%) publications if any (30%) and recommendations from PG teacher (20%).

6) Pattern of exam- Each year, an examination coordination committee(ECC) consisting of three teachers running Fellowship/certificate courses will be nominated by the director.

Both theory and practical Examinations will be concluded within 15 days of the end of the course. Each examination will have one internal and one external examiner (approved by the ECC).

- Theory: 100 marks. 10 short answer questions of 10 marks each to be attempted from 12 questions. Passing marks 50%. All theory examinations will be held on a single day for all courses of similar lengths.

- Practicals: Each candidate will be examined by both examiners simultaneously for between 60 and 90 minutes. This will cover a viva-voce and practical.. Details will be dependent on the subspeciality. Passing marks 50%. Candidates have to pass individually in both theory and practical.*

7) Announcement of results: Results will be announced on the Website and institutional notice board within one week of the conclusion of the examination. The result will be only “Fellowship granted/Denied and no specific markings will be done. Second attempt at the examination will be permitted at the end of the course ( no later than 3-6 months depending upon the length of the course). Only two attempts will be allowed.

8) Award of Fellowship- The courses are accredited and approved by the Mahashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS). Certificates will be awarded by the MUHS. The University with signature of the Vice Chancellor and head of institute will award the certificate which will be given in the month of June of the next year.

9) Travel for interview will NOT be reimbursed.

10) Selection for the Fellowship/Certificate training will NOT amount to becoming an employee of the MCGM. Individuals who are already permanent employees of the MCGM (in-service candidates) shall continue to be MCGM employees and will do the fellowship/certificate work in addition to their regular MCGM responsibilities.

11) Fellows and trainees will abide by rules of the MCGM at all times and report to the course co-ordinator and head of the department.

12) The institute will make all attempts to provide accommodation and a stipend, but this is not guaranteed.

13)For courses , where persons with postgraduate diploma are also eligible, MD/DNB candidates will be given preference.

14). The decision of the ECC will be binding on all matters pertaining to the examinations.

15) The policy on reservations will be as per applicable Government of India rules.

*the UG course in clinical research will have one final examination at the end of the course and 50% is the minimum requirement for award of the certificate.

For futher details see website www.kem.edu/

Courses at TMH, Mumbai

TATA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL ,(TATA MEMORIAL CENTRE)PAREL, MUMBAIAdvt.No.26/2009Tata Memorial Centre (TMC), Mumbai, invites applications from Indian Nationals for the following tenured posts (non-permanent) in the following Departments commencing from 01st August 2009.
SENIOR RESIDENT
Surgical Oncology (SR – I)
Surgical Oncology (SR – II)
Surgical Oncology (Specialist SR)
Anaesthesiology & Pain
Critical Care
Radio-diagnosis
Radiation Oncology
Preventive Care
Medical Oncology
General Medicine
Preventive Oncology
Pathology (Surgical Pathology)
Nuclear Medicine (Bio-Imaging Unit)
Pathology (Surgical Oncology)
Pathology (Haematopathology)
Gastroenterology & Endoscopy
Transfusion Medicine
Medical Administration
CERTIFIED FELLOWSHIP 2- YEARS
Breast Oncology
Thoracic Oncology
Gastroenterology and HPB Oncology
Head & Neck Oncology
Gynecological Oncology
Orthopedic Oncology
Uro-Oncology
Plastic and reconstructive Oncology
Dental and Prosthetic Oncology
Onco-Anaesthesia and Pain
Critical Care
Cancer Imaging
Interventional Radiology
Radiation Oncology (IMRT, IGRT)
Pediatric Oncology
Haemato-Oncology
Solid Tumor Oncology
Preventive Oncology
Infectious Diseases & HIV Medicine
Surgical Pathology
Haematopathology
Palliative Care
Clinical Nutrition
JUNIOR RESIDENT
Transfusion Medicine
General and Staff Clinic
PHD PROGRAMME
Epidemiology
Last Date: 22.06.09

Fellowships at CMC,Vellore

CHRISTIAN MEDICAL COLLEGE,

VELLORE – 632002 T.N.

Applications are invited for CMC Post Doctoral Fellowship

Courses in the following specialties

Name of the Course Duration Eligibility

Critical Care Medicine 2 Years Postgraduate Degree in any Clinical Specialty

Reproductive Medicine 2 Years MD/DNB (OG)

Cytogenetics 2 Years MD Pathology/MS Anatomy

Neuropathology 2 Years MD Pathology

Spinal Disorder Surgery 2 Years MS/DNB Orthopaedics

Paediatric Orthopaedics 2 Years MS/DNB Orthopaedics

Clin. Immunology & Rheumatology 2 Years MD/DNB Medicine/Paediatrics

Clinical Genetics 2 Years MD/DNB Medicine/Paediatrics

Allergy, Asthma and Immunology 2 Years MD/DNB General Medicine/TB Respiratory Disease

Molecular Haematology 2 Years MD (Any Subject)

Haematopathology 2 Years MD/DNB Pathology

Infectious Diseases 2 Years MD/DNB General Medicine

Endocrinology 2 Years MD/DNB Medicine/Paediatrics

Paediatric Intensive care 1 Year (MD)

2 Years (DCH) MD/DNB Paediatrics/ DCH

Hand Surgery1 Year MS Orthopaedics / MS General Surgery / MCh

Plastic Surgery / DipNB Orthopaedics with one year

experience

Radiology (Cross Sectional Imaging) 1 Year MD/DNB Radiology + 1 Yr experience

Radiology (Interventional & Vascular) 1 Year MD/DNB Radiology + 1 Yr experience

Neuro-Anaesthesia 1 Year MD/DNB Anesthesia

Vascular Surgery 1 Year MS/DNB General Surgery/Ortho

Hepatology 1 Year DM Gastro/DNB Gastro

Diabetes 1 Year MD/DNB General Medicine

Selection tests/interviews on 13th & 14th July 2009.

Courses commence on 1st August 2009.

Eligibility criteria and course duration details available on

website: http://home.cmcvellore.ac.in

Send your curriculum vitae with relevant certificate copies to

The Registrar, CMC, Vellore before 15.06.2009.

e-mail: registrar@cmcvellore.ac.in

Retina Fellowship at AIMS, Kochi

Retina Fellowship Programme at AIMS, Kochi The fellowship is for one year and will include a comprehensive training in diagnosis and management of common retinal disorders with exposure to surgical management as well. At the end of the training period we aim to make the candidate well versed in indirect ophthalmoscopy, fluorescein angiography and OCT, all laser procedures using both slit lamp and indirect ophthalmoscope delivery systems, intravitreal injections, cryotherapy of anterior lesions and to be familiar with basic retinal surgeries-vitrectomy and buckling procedures. The trainee will be expected to keep him (her) self aware of latest developments in retina and be active academically. He/She will have teaching responsibilities as well as the opportunity for presentations and publications. Community ophthalmology work and carrying out procedures at outreach centers, as part of our teleophthalmology project will also be expected of the trainee. The candidate must have a MS/DNB/DO degree in ophthalmology. Applications may be sent with complete CV and contact details of 2 referees to Dr.Gopal S Pillai, MD, DNB, FRCS Chief of Vitreoretinal services Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Elamakkara PO, Kochi-26 Email-retinalsurgery@aims.amrita.edu Phone-0484 4001050  Last date for application is 30th June,2009.