Applying to the Glaucoma Research Fellowship
Requirements to Apply
- Completion of medical school and an ophthalmology residency program.
- Interest in glaucoma and learning about glaucoma-related research.
- Ability to speak, read and write English well enough to hold a conversation with colleagues and patients, to review medical literature, and to write and submit a research manuscript.
Program Funding
The research fellowship program is self-funded by the applicant for the duration of the program, including all living expenses. Wills Eye Hospital does not provide any funding.
Application Process
Please note that all application materials must be sent electronically. All documents must be official copies in English. Mailed paper forms and documents are not accepted.
Steps:
- Click here to fill out the electronic application form.
- Email completed application form to Carol Scattergood: cscattergood@willseye.org and include the following:
- Updated CV
- Recent passport sized photo (2 in. x 2 in.)
- 3 letters of recommendation
Your application is not complete until all required materials have been received.
If selected, you will be invited for a phone interview.
Travel/Visa
In order to travel and reside in the United States during the length of your fellowship, you must obtain a J-1 visa. Please allow at least 1-2 months, depending on your country of residence, to complete the process. Information on obtaining a J-1 visa: click here.
The “Certificate of Eligibility for Exchange Visitor (J-1) Status” or DS-2019, click here.
For more information, please contact:
Candice Hatty
Wills Eye Hospital
Glaucoma Research Center
840 Walnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19107
Email: chatty@willseye.org
Phone: (215) 928-3239