Clinical Microbiology
The Clinical Microbiology Fellowship Training Program is a full-time, three-year program designed to train Ph.D. graduates in clinical microbiology. The purpose of the program is to train those who wish to pursue a career as a clinical microbiologist in a laboratory where both medical microbiology and applied research activities are conducted. Training encompasses clinical laboratory rotations, didactic lectures, hospital rounds, and clinical seminars covering all aspects of clinical microbiology. The primary location of training is at the Provincial Laboratory for Public Health at the University of Alberta Hospital. At the completion of training, fellows are eligible to sit for the Canadian College of Microbiologists (FCCM) exam.
The selection process is now open for a new fellow starting July 1, 2025.
Application Information
Applications should include:
- A personal statement (a.k.a. letter of interest) that identifies factors that make you a strong candidate for consideration by our committee.
- A current CV highlighting training, degrees, research history and publications.
- A copy of your official transcripts.
- Copies of your awarded degrees.
- A reference list of at least three individuals.
Additional information may be requested by the committee after the initial review.
The application deadline is September 30, 2024.