--- title: Fellowship Application | Ear Research Foundation --- [![ERF-Logo-2021-opt](https://www.earrf.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Home%20Page%202021/ERF-Logo-2021-opt.jpg?width=190&height=72&name=ERF-Logo-2021-opt.jpg "ERF-Logo-2021-opt")](https://www.earrf.org/?hsLang=en) # Fellowship Application Learn more about the application and apply The Steps to Fellowship ## Step 1: Complete Application Apply to the fellowship program via online submission [![Apply for the Fellowship Program online](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/20202782/b5f9e0ee-871a-4c82-8261-f1d1645e67f5.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/20202782/b5f9e0ee-871a-4c82-8261-f1d1645e67f5) To apply via email or mail to the ERF Fellowship Program, candidates must complete and return: - **a completed application [(click here to download)](https://www.earrf.org/hubfs/FELLOWSHIP%20APPLICATION%20v.2025.pdf?hsLang=en)** - **a complete copy of your Curriculum Vitae** - **any reprints of your published material** - **three letters of recommendation (one must be from your Chief)** - **a passport size photograph** Send all information to; the Ear Research Foundation, 1901 Floyd Street, Sarasota, FL 34239, Attention: Christina DeFrancisco, email: cdefrancisco@EarRF.org ## Step 2: Schedule Your Interviews Upon receipt of the completed application and review, candidates may be notified for a virtual interview and then an on-site interview in Sarasota. Virtual Interview: - Monday at 5:00pm via zoom - Includes a presentation Onsite Interview: - **These usually take place on Monday and Tuesday** - **Candidates should plan to spend at least two days on site** ## Step 3: Complete Required Certifications The fellowship is usually awarded a minimum of one year in advance, which allows time to obtain the necessary certifications: - **Apply for Florida medical license and send ****application for surgical privileges to: Sarasota Memorial Hospital** - **Obtain certification to use the various lasers for surgery** If it is not possible for you to obtain the above-mentioned licensure, the Foundation does arrange unsalaried research fellowships. If this is the case, please note your request to do so in your cover letter. ## Ready to apply? Download the ERF Fellowship application. [![Download Application](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/20202782/4545cef0-f4bf-4a7d-aed6-f01d483af107.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/20202782/4545cef0-f4bf-4a7d-aed6-f01d483af107) Send Us a Message If you have questions about the application or the application process, please fill out the form below and a member of our team will be in contact with you shortly. [![ERF Logo 2021-white-updated](https://www.earrf.org/hs-fs/hubfs/ERF%20Logo%202021-white-updated.png?width=244&name=ERF%20Logo%202021-white-updated.png)](https://www.earrf.org/?hsLang=en)   #### About Us ​Through its mission of research, education, and community care, the Ear Research Foundation has helped thousands of individuals with hearing loss and balance disorders. #### Get In Touch 1901 Floyd Street Sarasota, FL 34239 (941) 365-0367 #### Get Involved [Web Design and Inbound Marketing by Nextiny ](https://www.nextinymarketing.com/website-design)