Molecular Genetic Pathology Fellowship

The Molecular Genetics Pathology (MGP) fellowship program aims to train the next generation of molecular pathologist, emphasizing integrative and evidence-based molecular genetic pathology practice. Cleveland Clinic offers an outstanding operational, clinical practice-focused experience. The MGP program's curriculum covers:

• Fundamentals of human genetics (to include basic molecular genetics, biochemical genetics, cytogenetics, immunogenetics, pharmacogenomics, and genetic counseling);
• Clinical Cytogenomics;
• Molecular Oncology; and
• Molecular Microbiology.

Additional integral parts of the program include:

• Rotations in diverse medical genetics clinics;
• Rigorous participation in laboratory test development; and
• Molecular laboratory management.

Unique aspects of the program include:

• World class MGP faculty at the Cleveland Clinic;
• Leading test utilization activities in molecular diagnostics; and

High emphasis on practical applications of molecular pathology informatics.

Duration

• One, one-year ACGME-accredited fellowship.

Responsibilities

• Active participation in the integrative aspects of the molecular pathology practice.
• Perform basic molecular techniques, test validation and implementation, molecular test utilization and triaging, translational research and scientific publication, clinical informatics and laboratory management.
• Review test results, draft/review preliminary test interpretation, and sign-out with staff on service.
• Generate integrative reports and provide interface among the different sections of the institute and other specialty practices.
• Involvement in clinical diagnostic management using clinical bioinformatics, genetic test consent and interpretation, and genetic counseling of patients with genetic disorders.
• Participate in educational activities within the department, the Institute and Cleveland Clinic.

Requirements

Applicants must be board-eligible or board-certified by the American Board of Pathology (AP-only, CP-only, or combined AP/CP).

Types and Numbers of Appointments

One ACGME-accredited fellowship position is available per academic year.

Position Availability

• 2023-2024 – filled
• 2024-2025 – filled
• 2025-2026 – filled
• 2026-2027 – available, anticipate recruiting summer 2024

Stipends

Commensurate with level of training; current information is available at the Cleveland Clinic GME website.

Application

• Applications include: a personal statement including intended date of matriculation, current curriculum vitae, Cleveland Clinic application, and 3 letters of recommendation (one required from residency director and/or department head). Letters of recommendation should be addressed to the program director. Applications may be emailed (preferred) or mailed to the program coordinator, Darlene Straub (straubd@ccf.org).
• For the 2025-2026 recruiting cycle, the Cleveland Clinic MGP fellowship program will be following the newly-introduced MGP unified recruitment timeline.  Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and applicants are encouraged to submit and complete applications as soon as possible.  Per the timeline, interviews will begin no earlier than July 31, 2023, and the position will be offered no earlier than October 2, 2023.
• Download the application for fellowship.

Contacts

Program Director
David Bosler, MD
Phone: 216.636.9615
Email: boslerd@ccf.org

Associate Program Director
Emilia Calvaresi, MD, PhD
Phone: 216.445.4246
Email: calvare@ccf.org

Program Coordinator
Darlene Straub
Center for Pathology Education
Robert J. Tomsich Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Institute
Cleveland Clinic
9500 Euclid Avenue, L-13
Cleveland, OH 44195
Phone: 216.217.0596
Fax: 216.444.6715
Email: straubd@ccf.org