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Bruce J. Hillman, MD, Fellowship in Scholarly Publishing
The Bruce J. Hillman, MD Fellowship offers a focused experience in medical editing, journalism, and publishing for qualified radiologists. It supports physicians in pursuing medical journalism, providing insights into the JACR®, collaboration with the editor-in-chief, and a related project. The fellowship includes a 1-year editorial board appointment and an invitation to the editorial retreat.
What to Expect
- Gain hands-on experience with the JACR team for 2 days in Reston, VA.
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Travel to New York City for 2-3 days to meet with Elsevier, with travel expenses covered by ACR® and Elsevier.
Eligibility Requirements
- Staff position at an academic or private practice.
- Membership in the ACR.
- Evidence of interest in medical journalism and specifically the JACR, including publishing articles and serving as a reviewer for medical journals or participating on an editorial board.
Application Details
Applications for the Hillman Fellowship are open Dec. 1, 2024 - Feb. 28, 2025. A selection committee chaired by the editor-in-chief will choose one fellow from among the applicants.
Applications must include:
- Current CV.
- A cover letter explaining how the fellowship relates to your career goals.
- A letter from your chair or group president expressing support and agreeing to release you for the time necessary to complete the fellowship.
Questions? Please email Lyndsee Cordes.
Apply for the Hillman Fellowship
The Bruce J. Hillman, MD Fellowship is an amazing opportunity to better understand the behind the scenes work of scholarly publishing. The editors and managing team do an excellent job of unveiling the curtain and sharing honest experiences of the challenges and successes of publishing the JACR. It is also an excellent opportunity to learn how you can be of service to JACR and get more involved in the publication process.