The Position Has been Filled. Thank you to all the outstanding applicants who applied.
Affiliation: Brown University
Department: Orthopaedics
Location: University Orthopaedics, East Providence, RI (Mandatory In-Person)
Position Type: Full-Time Summer Research Fellow (June 2025 - August 2025)
Lab Website: orthopaedics.med.brown.edu/research/labo...own-orthopedic-spineAbout the RoleThe
Brown Orthopedic Spine Research Team is offering a highly competitive
summer research fellowship for
rising second-year medical students (M2s) who have a strong interest in
orthopedic surgery and clinical research. This
unpaid, full-time, in-person position provides an immersive opportunity to work alongside
full-time research fellows and orthopedic faculty mentors at
University Orthopaedics.Fellows will play a
critical role in assisting research fellows with ongoing projects, helping bring studies to completion, and developing an independent clinical research project from idea to submission. This fellowship is ideal for students considering a career in
orthopedic surgery, offering unparalleled
networking opportunities, hands-on research experience, and early exposure to the field.
Key ResponsibilitiesResearch Support & Project Completion
- Assist full-time research fellows in ongoing spinal surgery and orthopedic research projects.
- Conduct literature reviews, manage research databases, and ensure accurate data entry.
- Perform data collection and statistical analysis for clinical outcomes research.
- Support manuscript and abstract preparation, contributing to publications and conference presentations.
Independent Research Project Development
- Develop an independent clinical research project from concept to submission.
- Gain experience in study design, IRB submission, data analysis, and manuscript writing.
- Work towards submitting research to national orthopedic conferences and peer-reviewed journals.
Networking & Professional Development
- Work directly with orthopedic spine faculty and research fellows.
- Attend weekly lab meetings and research discussions.
- Gain exposure to orthopedic surgeons and potential shadowing opportunities.
Eligibility & Qualifications
- Current first-year medical student (M1) at an accredited U.S. medical school (Rising M2 for Summer 2025).
- Demonstrated strong interest in orthopedic surgery and research.
- Ability to commit full-time, in-person (Monday-Friday) for the entire summer (June-August 2025).
- Exceptional work ethic, organizational skills, and ability to work independently.
- Previous research experience is preferred but not required.
What You’ll Gain
- Intensive hands-on research experience in orthopedic spine surgery.
- One-on-one mentorship from leading orthopedic spine surgeons and researchers.
- The opportunity to publish research in high-impact journals and present at national conferences.
- Extensive networking opportunities with orthopedic faculty, fellows, and residents.
- A competitive edge for future orthopedic surgery applications.
Application ProcessTo apply, please submit the following in
a single PDF document titled
LastName_FirstName.pdf to
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with the
email subject line: "Summer Research Application":
- Brief cover letter (1 page) describing your interest in orthopedic surgery and research.
- CV/Resume with relevant research or clinical experience.
Application Deadline: February 21st, 2025, 11:59 PM EST
Applicants will be notified of their status by the end of February 2025.This is a
highly competitive position, and selected applicants will be invited for a virtual interview.Join us for an
immersive summer in orthopedic spine research, where you'll gain invaluable
research experience, mentorship, and professional connections that will shape your future career in orthopedics!
