Dr. Brian Forsythe is seeking ambitious medical students (years 2 - 4) and pre-medical students who are interested in pursuing a year-long clinical research fellowship. Dr. Forsythe works with the world renowned Division of Sports Medicine of Rush University. This unique opportunity will allow the research fellow/s to work closely with residents, fellows, and faculty of Rush.
Position Title: Clinical Research Coordinator
Positions: 2
Duration: 1 year
Where: Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush University Medical Center, Division of Sports Medicine, Chicago, IL.
When: Beginning Approx. May-June 2016
Salary: A monthly stipend is provided
Under the direction of Dr. Brian Forsythe
Assistant Professor of Orthopedic Surgery
www.rushortho.com/brian_forsythe.cfm
Duties of the research coordinator will include:
• Coordination of all research projects including both clinical and biomechanical projects
• Dissection/Testing of cadaveric specimens for research purposes
• Statistical analysis of data
• Submission of protocols to the Institutional Review Board (IRB)
• Drafting and assisting in the writing/editing of sports medicine/orthopedic surgery book chapters and textbooks
Specific Prerequisites and Characteristics of the coordinators should include:
• Strong motivation for a career in orthopaedic surgery
• Proven interest in research
• MUST be extremely organized
• MUST be detail oriented
• MUST be able to self manage
• Strong academic record
Benefits of the position:
• The fellow should expect to have 10-20 publications/chapters/abstracts by the end of the research year
• This will undoubtedly bolster and enhance competitiveness for a position in an orthopaedic surgery residency
• The ability to collaborate with Sports Medicine Fellows, orthopaedic residents, and other sports attendings
• Opportunities to observe surgical procedures
• Ample opportunities to attend Orthopaedic Grand Rounds, Sports Conferences, Journal Clubs, and Cadaver Labs
• Opportunities to present research at Orthopaedic Conferences
Dr. Forsythe expects all applicants to be able to match into Orthopedic Surgery and will help the candidate during the match process.
Interested candidates should send a brief Cover Letter, CV (with USMLE step I), and expected starting date to:
[email protected] 
