Description
The UCLA Immunogenetics Center, within the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at the University of California, Los Angeles, is accepting applications for the UCLA Immunogenetics Fellowship Director-in-Training (DIT) Program beginning in July 2026. This two-year fellowship provides specialized training in Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics, equipping trainees with the knowledge, skills, and experience necessary to become histocompatibility directors.
The UCLA Immunogenetics Center supports both solid organ transplant programs (kidney, heart, lung, liver, intestine) and hematopoietic stem cell transplant programs. This DIT position is designed to prepare fellows for board certification by the American College of Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics (ACHI) and HLA Laboratory Director certification by the American Society for Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics (ASHI).
The program’s primary objectives include:
Advanced Training – Providing in-depth education in Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics using state-of-the-art diagnostic techniques.
Clinical Consultation – Developing expertise in clinical consultation and gaining insight into the patient populations served by the laboratory.
Laboratory Management – Training in the principles and practices of laboratory management.
Certification Preparation – Ensuring trainees acquire the necessary knowledge and experience to qualify for ACHI board certification.
Upon successful completion of the two-year program, fellows may be considered for a two-year extension (total of four years) based on performance, competency, and departmental funding.
ELIGIBILITY & APPLICATION
Applicants must hold one of the following qualifications:
A Doctor of Medicine (M.D.), Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.), or Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (D.P.M.) license to practice in the state of California. A doctoral degree (Ph.D. or D.Sc.) in biological or chemical sciences, medical technology, or laboratory science (DCLS). Relevant fields include molecular biology, biochemistry, cell biology, immunology, anatomical sciences, microbiology, genetics, and organic chemistry.
RECRUITMENT PERIOD
- July 1 – January 31: Applications accepted for the following year’s training cycle.
- November – January: Candidate interviews.
- February: Selection decisions finalized.
- March: Notification of selected candidates.
Recruitment for the 2026–2028 fellowship begins September 15, 2025.
The Director and Training Director will select candidates for interviews, which will be conducted between November and January. Final selection will be made by the end of February, with notifications sent in March.
2026-27 Immunogenetics Fellowship (JPF10546) - UCLA Academic RECRUIT
TO BE CONSIDERED FOR AN INTERVIEW
You must have a completed application on file that is composed of the items listed below:
1) Letter of intent summarizing your education, training, and experience that are relevant to this training program
2) The candidate’s CV
3) Names and contact information for at least three references
Information For All Foreign Graduates
Please note we cannot support Research visas in the clinical laboratory specialties.
LEARN MORE information about this recruitment: Immunogenetics (UIC) - Pathology | UCLA Health.
Requirements
Applicants must hold one of the following qualifications:
A Doctor of Medicine (M.D.), Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.), or Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (D.P.M.) license to practice in the state of California. A doctoral degree (Ph.D. or D.Sc.) in biological or chemical sciences, medical technology, or laboratory science (DCLS). Relevant fields include molecular biology, biochemistry, cell biology, immunology, anatomical sciences, microbiology, genetics, and organic chemistry.
