Oncologic Audiology Fellowship

Oncologic Audiology Fellowship

Due Date: 10/31/2025

The Oncologic Audiology Fellowship at MD Anderson Cancer Center is a one-year, full-time Doctor of Audiology (AuD) 4th-year fellowship designed to provide specialized clinical training in oncology-focused audiology. Fellows gain experience in patient care, interdisciplinary collaboration, clinical research, and didactic education, preparing them for certification through the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) and a career in audiologic oncology.

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Must be a 4th-year Doctor of Audiology (AuD) student eligible to complete a pre-doctoral clinical fellowship.

  • Must qualify for an Intern in Audiology License from the Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation (TDLR).

    • Curriculum Vitae (CV)

    • Letter of intent

    • Official graduate school transcript

    • Minimum of three letters of recommendation

      Must submit the following documents:

  • Selection is based on a review of materials and interviews conducted by the Fellowship Application Committee.

Funding Details:

  • Duration: 1 year (full-time contractual commitment).

  • Fellows receive supervised oncology audiology training in:
    • Ototoxicity monitoring

    • Vestibular and balance function testing (VNG, rotary chair, ECochG, VEMP)

    • Comprehensive audiologic evaluations for adult and pediatric patients

    • Electrophysiological assessments (OAEs, ABR audiometry)

    • Aural rehabilitation and hearing aid fitting

  • Fellows will also complete a clinical research or educational project presented in a peer-reviewed forum.
  • Program includes opportunities for multidisciplinary observation in medical oncology, radiation oncology, and head and neck surgery.

Deadline:

  • Recruitment period: June to October 2025 (for 2026 fellowship start).

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