Position: Research Coordinator
Duration: 1 year
Start Date: May/June/July 2024
Compensation: Salary
Location: Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY
Summary:
We are seeking a medical student with plans to apply for an Orthopaedic Surgery residency to take a step out research year as a research coordinator within the Adult Reconstruction and Joint Replacement (ARJR) Service at the Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS). The position will entail working directly with Dr. Brian Chalmers and Dr. Elizabeth Gausden.
Their research is focused on hip and knee arthroplasty outcomes and complications. The research coordinator position has been very productive for past students whom they have worked with, with the opportunity to add to your CV upwards of 20 publications.
Experience:
- Knowledge of Orthopaedic terminology is preferred
- Proficient use of computers and software, with working knowledge of the following is strongly desired:
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- EMR (preferably EPIC)
- Detail oriented and organized
- Good interpersonal skills
Responsibilities:
- Lead or coauthor manuscripts and presentations
- Drafting and submitting IRB proposals
- Perform literature reviews, develop research hypotheses, and formulate research protocols
- Scheduling and conducting study related visits
- Data collection and management
Benefits:
- Ample opportunity to network and collaborate with residents, fellows, and attending orthopedic surgeons
- Co-author multiple manuscripts, abstracts, presentations, and posters at national conferences
- Opportunities to attend orthopaedic grand rounds, academic lectures, and cadaver labs
- Opportunities to observe in the operating room and clinic
- Enhance competitiveness for orthopaedic surgery residency
How To Apply:
Applicants should email the following documents to Dr. Elizabeth Gausden (
[email protected]) and Dr. Brian Chalmers (
[email protected]):
- Cover letter
- Current CV
- Step 1 and 2 Scores and clerkship grades
