Fetal Care and Surgery Center (FCSC) | Postdoctoral Research Fellowship
The Fetal Care and Surgery Center (FCSC) research team at Boston Children’s Hospital supports the work of two principal investigators focusing on maternal-fetal medicine. Our team’s expertise allows us to pursue a range of research interests, including fetal therapy, congenital malformations, genetic anomalies, placental disorders, alloimmune disease, radiology, neurodevelopment, and twin pregnancies. Many of our projects combine research with direct integration into clinical workflows.
Fellows have the opportunity to collaborate with diverse teams across the hospital, reflecting the interdisciplinary nature of the specialty. They are also encouraged to participate in educational and networking activities, including journal clubs, conferences, symposiums, and presentations.
About the Fetal Care and Surgery Center
The Fetal Care and Surgery Center (FCSC) offers advanced diagnostics, surgical and medical treatments, and counseling for pregnancies with confirmed or suspected fetal congenital anomalies. The FCSC also collaborates closely with maternal-fetal specialists at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, and Tufts Medical Center.
Qualifications
Required
- A doctoral degree or MD (or be near completion of obtaining)
- Strong track record of productivity, demonstrated by publications in peer-reviewed journals and/or contributions to ongoing projects
- Ability to apply innovative experimental strategies to complex biological questions
- Able to work independently and collaboratively with other team members
- Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent attention to detail
Preferred
- Prior research experience relevant to maternal-fetal medicine is desired but not required
- Proficiency with REDCap or another data-collection tool
- Familiarity with ethical and regulatory compliance for human-subjects research in the U.S.
Application information
To apply, please complete the application below. We will contact you if we decide to move forward in the selection process.
Fetal Care and Surgery Center Postdoctoral Research Fellowship
Apply for the Fetal Care and Surgery Center Postdoctoral Research Fellowship.
Please contact Heather Eaton, GME program coordinator, at Heather.Eaton@childrens.harvard.edu with questions.
Fellowship information
Fetal Care and Surgery Center’s Research Fellowship
Division of Maternal-Fetal Medicine and Surgery | Postdoctoral Research Fellowship
Program Director: Dr. Eyal Krispin
Clinical Call Required: No
Program Length: Two to three years
Location: Boston, MA
Program leadership
Program director
Eyal Krispin, MD
Email: eyal.krispin@
childrens.harvard.edu
Associate program director
Mohak Mhatre, MD
Email: mohak.mhatre@
childrens.harvard.edu
Program coordinator
Heather Eaton
Email: Heather.Eaton
@childrens.harvard.edu



