SEEKING:
The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at Drexel University College of Medicine, in conjunction with the Rothman Opioid Foundation – a 501c3 non-profit organization, is seeking a full-time and/or part-time Research Fellow for 1 year (June 1, 2026 – May 31, 2027), who is passionate and committed to a career in orthopaedic surgery and/or musculoskeletal medicine. Please note:
-Start and end dates can be flexible.
-Will be primarily remote but with regular in person coordination and opportunities for clinical observorships and participation in conferences and journal clubs.
COMPENSATION:
A monthly stipend of $3000, without benefits.
ELIGIBILITY:
Must be a U.S. Citizen or a legal resident. Must have completed at least an undergraduate degree. Preference will be given to medical students or recent medical graduates.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Coordinate and support new and ongoing educational and advocacy projects. Track, coordinate, write, edit, and submit ongoing research. Organize and execute new research trials. Support grant program execution and reporting. Facilitate meetings and events. Co-author multiple manuscripts and present research at meetings.
SKILLS:
Strong communication skills and work ethic, with reliable responsiveness. Comfortable working with and leading a small team of medical students. Strong writing and editing skills. Strong organizational skills. Google Doc/Sheets skills. Microsoft Word/Excel/Powerpoint skills. Ability to train in and master the TriNetX database
ACTIVE AREAS OF RESEARCH:
Peri-operative pain management strategy. Investigating alternative pain management strategies (ie, medical cannabis). Outcome studies focused on Orthopaedic infections, fractures, nerve injuries, and joint arthroplasty.
APPLICATIONS:
Interested applicants should submit a single-page cover letter, CV, personal statement (300 word max articulating your past experiences and subsequent interest in this role as well as career goals), and non-fiction / scientific writing or publication sample(s), (2 max) to:
[email protected]
DEADLINE:
March 30, 2026 (Applicants will be interviewed and accepted on a rolling basis)
BRIEF BIO of DR. ASIF ILYAS:
Dr. Ilyas is Chairman & Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at the Drexel University College of Meidicne, with his clinical practice at the Rothman Orthopaedic Institute where he specializes in hand, upper extremity, nerve & orthopaedic trauma surgery. He has long championed influential orthopaedic research and innovative pain management strategies to minimize patient opioid consumption and abuse. Dr. Ilyas presides over the Rothman Institute Foundation for Opioid Research & Education and has previously served as the President of the Pennsylvania Orthopaedic Society. Dr. Ilyas is an award winning researcher and has over 250 peer-reviewed publications. He is most passionate about research focusing on innovative strategies for upper extremity fracture management, wide awake hand surgery, pain management in orthopaedic surgery, and leveraging the TriNetX database for innovative research investigations.
