# 2024–2025 Rush Orthopaedic Sports Medicine Clinical Research Fellowship with Brian Forsythe, MD [FILLED]
Dr. Brian Forsythe is seeking bright, ambitious medical students who are interested in pursuing a full-time, paid, one-year clinical research fellowship. Dr. Forsythe is faculty of the renowned Division of Sports Medicine at Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, IL. He has been working with Clinical Research Fellows for nearly a decade. Alumni from the Forsythe Research Fellowship have gone on to successfully match in world-class residency programs, such as those at Cleveland Clinic, Mayo Clinic, Harvard, and Rush.
Dr. Forsythe encourages his fellows to become independent researchers who will learn to propose, design, and publish their own projects. Consequently, the alumni of the Forsythe Research Fellowship are a tight-knit group who remain active in research and continue to collaborate with the Forsythe Research Group years after their research fellowship. This unique position will allow the research fellows to work closely with residents, fellows, and faculty at Rush. Research fellows will also have extensive opportunities for publication and presentation of research at national and international conferences. Our team provides the unique opportunity to work for a leader in orthopaedic sports medicine, close collaboration with Rush's own biomechanical department, and a fast-paced clinical research lab determined to produce high quality, novel research.
- Position Title: Clinical Research Fellow
- Duration: 1 year
- Number of Fellows per Year: 3
- Available Positions: 1
- Location: Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush University Medical Center, Division of Sports Medicine, Chicago, IL
- Start Date: Flexible, between May 2024 and June 2024
- Salary: A monthly cost-of-living stipend is provided
- Eligibility: U.S. medical students between M3/M4 with an interest in Orthopaedic Surgery. Note: Only U.S. students will be considered as visa support is not available.
## Current Areas of Research
- Trends in Surgical Management
- Biomechanical Studies pertaining to the shoulder/knee
- Biological Therapies (BMAC, PRP, amniotic products, etc.)
- Machine Learning Models for Predicting Surgical Outcomes
- Procedure-Specific Outcomes and Complications
- Patient Reported Outcomes
- Return to Sport and Return to Play
- Neurosensory Feedback for Sports Performance and Rehabilitation
- Video-Based Surgical Technique Papers
- Database Studies: Health Claims and National Registry Databases
## Prerequisites and Characteristics of a Successful Research Fellow
This research fellowship position offers the opportunity to serve as the research coordinator for a dynamic research group. The role involves managing all ongoing projects and acting as the primary contact for communication with lab managers, industry and outside institution collaborators, and Rush's Institutional Review Board. A successful Research Fellow will coordinate these tasks independently with minimal supervision. Dr. Forsythe supports Research Fellows in proposing and designing their projects, aiming to foster independent researchers who are attuned to the major issues in orthopaedic surgery.
The ideal candidate will have:
- A strong motivation for a career in orthopaedic surgery and a proven interest in research.
- An excellent academic record.
- A robust work ethic.
- Outstanding communication and writing skills.
- A keen interest in conducting biomechanical studies, coordinating randomized clinical trials, and engaging in database research.
- An ambition to become proficient in data analysis and to apply statistical principles. While a coding background in R or Python is not mandatory, it is highly beneficial for research methodology.
- All research fellows are expected to learn statistical analysis.
- An eagerness to acquire basic video-editing skills.
## Benefits of the Position
- Expectation to publish 15–25 publications, chapters, or abstracts by the end of the research year.
- Enhancement of competitiveness for an orthopaedic surgery residency position.
- Collaboration with Sports Medicine Fellows, Residents, and Orthopaedic Attendings.
- Opportunities to observe surgical procedures.
- Ample opportunities to participate in Orthopaedic Grand Rounds, Sports Conferences, Journal Clubs, and Cadaver Labs.
- Opportunities to present research at Orthopaedic Conferences.
- Dr. Forsythe expects all applicants to be competitive for Orthopaedic Surgery residency placements and serves as a strong advocate for candidates during the match process.
## Applying for the Position
Interested candidates should submit their application to
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- Subject Line: "2024–2025 Research Fellowship: [Your Last Name], [Your First Name]"
- A brief cover letter detailing your interest in the position
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Unofficial medical school transcript
- Shelf score reports, if available (Surgery and Internal Medicine preferred)
- Your preferred start date
Optional: Candidates may also include additional score reports if available (MCAT, Step 1, Step 2 CK).
Applications will be considered on a rolling basis. 
