Visiting International Surgeon Scholars Program - Scientific/Research Fellow

Programme overview

Research track of the Department of Surgery Visiting International Surgeon Scholars Program for surgeons and scientists outside the US interested in cancer surgery, translational research and surgical innovation; researchers work under a principal investigator on bench or clinical projects.

Source intake statement at last review: Official institution page; current intake not confirmed

A published programme or position count does not establish a current vacancy.

Training and clinical exposure

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International applicant assessment

Acceptance, medical registration and immigration are separate decisions. Clinical training does not automatically confer operative privileges.

Can international surgeons apply?

Explicitly internationalCaptured from the official source listed below

Clinical role and hands-on restrictions

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Medical registration

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Language

English proficiency required (TOEFL iBT 80+, TOEIC 605+, IELTS 6.5+, English-language degree, or documented interview)Captured from the official source listed below

Visa or work authorisation

J-1 visa; processing is part of the 4-6 month application timelineCaptured from the official source listed below

Application timeline and contact

Application deadline

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Commencement / intake

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Application cycle

Apply at least 4-6 months before desired start (processing including J-1 visa takes 4-6 months)Captured from the official source listed below

Published positions — not remaining vacancies

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How to apply

Obtain a City of Hope faculty sponsor, then complete the VIS online application (link emailed after the sponsor accepts), then confirm completion and visit plansCaptured from the official source listed below

Official programme contact

Yanghee Woo, MD, ywoo@coh.orgCaptured from the official source listed below

Eligibility and application documents

Published entry requirements

For surgeons and scientists outside the US. Needs at least one of: trained and licensed surgeon; currently in surgical training in their country; MD, PhD or equivalent actively working in a research laboratory. Also: letter of support from own institution, English proficiency (TOEFL iBT 80+, TOEIC 605+, IELTS 6.5+, degree from an English-speaking country, or documented City of Hope interview), a defined research area and goals consistent with the VIS programmeCaptured from the official source listed below

Application documents

Letter of support from applicant's institution (preferably Chief of Surgery, PI, Hospital Director or Head of International Program); proof of English proficiencyCaptured from the official source listed below

Benefits, funding and costs

Salary or funding

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Fees and upfront expenses

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Benefits and support

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Accommodation or relocation

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Unknown funding does not mean unpaid; unknown fees do not mean free. Confirm the written appointment terms before committing.

Host institution

City of Hope

City of Hope in Duarte, United States hosts this official-source SurgFellow record in Surgical Oncology. Listings do not imply endorsement or an open intake.