Organization

Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital

Location

St. Petersburg, FL

Date Posted

September 16, 2025

The Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital Pediatric Bone Marrow Transplant and Cellular Therapy Fellowship program in St. Petersburg, Florida is accepting applications for the training start date of July 2026.

Program Information

The field of Pediatric Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) and Cellular Therapy is rapidly evolving, driven by innovative therapies and advancing stem cell processing techniques. With the continued expansion of this subspecialty, there is a growing need for dedicated physicians who are eager to shape the future of patient care and research.

At Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital (JHACH), our Pediatric BMT & Cellular Therapy Fellowship offers a unique and innovative training experience designed to prepare the next generation of leaders in this field. The program is closely aligned with our institution’s tripartite mission of excellence in clinical care, research, and education.

Program Highlights:

  • Collaborative Training – Joint-FACT accreditation with Moffitt Cancer Center, offering fellows direct opportunities for collaboration.
  • Access to Research & Trials – Participation in protocols and investigational studies through Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore.
  • Exceptional Clinical Experience – JHACH leads the state in annual pediatric transplants and was the first pediatric center to offer CAR T-cell therapy.
  • Expert Leadership – Directed by a double board-certified pediatrician and pediatric hematologist/oncologist.
  • High Volume & Diverse Therapies – A wide spectrum of clinical cases and therapeutic options, fostering both teaching and research excellence.

This fellowship provides unparalleled opportunities for advanced training in patient care, clinical research, and career development within an expanding and innovative field.

Requirements

Bone Marrow Transplant and Cellular Therapy fellowship applicants must have completed an ACGME-accredited Pediatric Residency and Pediatric Hematology/Oncology or Pediatric Immunology fellowship. The candidate must be BC in General Pediatrics and BE/BC in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology or Pediatric Immunology, and eligible to obtain a FL license.

The 1-year subspecialty fellowship is primarily a clinical fellowship where the fellow is required to participate daily in direct patient care. Additional expectations include participation with teaching, lectures, didactics, and the completion of one research or quality improvement project.

Apply to the Program

Click the link for an application to our program: BMT & Cellular Therapy Fellowship Application

In order to be considered for an interview, please submit the following as soon as possible

  • 3 letters of recommendation, one of which must be from the applicant’s most current program director*
  • Current and updated CV
  • Personal Statement

NOTE: J1 Visa sponsorship is not available at this time.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

If you or any of your colleagues are interested in applying or discussing this opportunity, please contact:

Minelys M. Alicea Marrero, MD; BMT Fellowship Program Director
malicea4@jh.edu

Ashley Taylor, GME Administrator
ashley.taylor@jhmi.edu
P: (727)767-3598

*letters of recommendation should be submitted directly to the program from the referee via mail or e-mail

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