The Division of Hand, Upper Extremity, and Microvascular Surgery at Brown University and University Orthopedics in Providence, RI is accepting applications from 3rd year medical students, unmatched 4th year medical students, and recent US medical graduates for a one-year paid clinical research position. The research fellow will work closely with the division attendings and the rest of the research team including fellows, residents, students, and others. This is an excellent opportunity to expand one’s knowledge and research experience in orthopedics and to strengthen an application for the orthopedic surgery residency match.
Mentors:
- Dr. Edward Akelman
- Dr. Arnold-Peter Weiss
- Dr. Julia Katarincic
- Dr. Manuel DaSilva
- Dr. Christopher Got
- Dr. Joseph Gil
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
- Management of clinical trials and ongoing studies
- Drafting and submitting IRB proposals
- Study recruitment
- Scheduling and conducting study related visits
- Data collection and management
- Data analysis
- Manuscript writing and submission
- Attending research and educational meetings
The position will provide the fellow with opportunities such as:
- Strengthen your orthopedic residency application
- Direct guidance and mentorship from experienced orthopedic clinician-investigators
- Co-author multiple manuscripts, abstracts, presentations, and posters
- Networking with residents, fellows, and attending orthopedic surgeons
Interested applicants should send the following to with the subject line “Hand Division Research Fellow”.
1. Letter of interest or personal statement (1 page)
2. CV with USMLE Step 1 and Step 2 scores (if available)
3. Possible starting date
Phone interviews will be conducted and the position is expected to be filled within the coming weeks. The current research fellow is available for any questions you may have about the position.
