GHTM HIV Fellowship Programme-2009-10

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HIV Fellowship Programme: Clinical & Leadership Training

Nov. 2009 – Nov. 2010

Announcing a one-year HIV clinical and leadership training Programme jointly run by the Government of Tamil Nadu, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Government Hospital of Thoracic Medicine, and the International Training and Education Center on HIV (I-TECH).

Programme conducted at GHTM, one of India’s largest HIV care centers and national HIV training centers. The Fellowship has the following components:

· Daily hands-on clinical training and experiential learning

· Daily didactic and case-based sessions

· Mentoring by local and international experts and faculty

· Management and leadership skills development

· Clinical or community health project opportunities

Seeking 18 exceptional candidates from across India to be selected through a competitive process. Government and private candidates can apply.

Monthly remuneration of 18,000 Rupees (remuneration may be revised) for private candidates. Government candidates to receive salary from sponsoring institution, as per rules.

Eligibility:

· Completion of MBBS recognized by MCI, India. Completion of MBBS recognized by MCI, India. Postgraduate degree/diploma in any of the disciplines (Medicine & related fields of Pediatrics, Chest, Skin & Community Medicine) preferable

· 40 years or less as of Nov. 2007 (Age may be relaxed)

· Indian Nationals only

· Fluent in English plus a South Indian language preferable

· A commitment to a career in HIV medical care and/or programme management in India

For application forms & brochure contact:

The Superintendent, Government Hospital of Thoracic Medicine, Tambaram Sanatorium, Chennai – 600 047,

E-mail: sunitha@...

Website: education.vsnl.com/thoracic

Application due by 25 August 2009