Fellowship in Population Health Research
Duration: 2 Year(s)
UC Irvine School of Medicine, Irvine
Irvine, California, USA
Course TypeFellowship
Course Specialty
Public Health
Affiliation
University of California (UCI) - Irvine
Overview
The Research Fellowship in Population Health at UC Irvine is a two-year advanced training program designed to develop emergency physicians into independent clinical researchers and academic leaders in population health. The fellowship provides protected research time, formal training in research methodology, and opportunities to pursue a master’s degree (MPH/MS) focused on research skills. Fellows gain hands-on experience in study design, grant writing, scientific publication, and population health research, while also participating in teaching, mentorship, and departmental academic activities. In addition, fellows work as clinical instructors/attending physicians, contributing to patient care and training residents, with the overall goal of preparing them for funded research careers and leadership roles in academic emergency medicine.
Admission Intake
JanuaryFebruaryMarchAprilMayJuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovemberDecember
Fee (INR):
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Stipend (INR):
Fellows receive a salary as per UC Irvine GME pay scale based on PGY level, with standard benefits; the amount varies depending on training year and institutional policies.
Accomodation:
At Your Own
Scholarship:
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Eligibility
- Must be a board-certified or board-eligible Emergency Physician
- Must have completed an accredited residency program (Emergency Medicine or related field)
- Must be eligible to obtain or hold a California medical license
- Should meet requirements for UCI Medical Staff privileges and clinical practice
- Strong interest in clinical research, population health, or public health
- Ability to work as a clinical instructor/attending physician during the fellowship
Minimum Education
MD (Doctor of Medicine)
Admission Process:
- Submit an online application through the department or designated application platform
- Provide required documents:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Personal Statement (research/career goals)
- Letters of Recommendation
- Must demonstrate research interest and academic career goals in population health
- Applications are reviewed by faculty, and shortlisted candidates are invited for interviews
- Final selection is based on academic background, research potential, and interview performance
