Position Title: Clinical Research Fellow
Positions: 2
Duration: 1 year
Who: US medical students between M3/M4 interested in Sports Medicine Orthopaedic Surgery. Unmatched medical students and students applying to medical school may also be considered. Please note, we are unable to sponsor any international applicants at this time.
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Where: Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush University Medical Center, Division of Sports Medicine, Chicago, IL.
When: May/June 2024-June 2025 (duration 1 year, potential to extend)
Salary: A monthly stipend is provided
Dr. Adam Yanke, Director of Clinical Research and Assistant Director the Cartilage Restoration Center, invite interested and motivated individuals to apply for a clinical research fellowship at Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush and Rush University Medical Center. This position provides the unique opportunity to work directly under a leader in orthopaedic sports medicine with a specific focus on the treatment of cartilage restoration and patellar instability, among other topics in sports medicine. We are seeking forward-thinking, self-driven students to explore their interests in orthopedic surgery and sports medicine by working in a fast-paced clinical research environment and biomechanics lab determined to produce high quality, novel research.
Current Areas of Active Research
· 3D-printed, patient specific instrumentation
· Biological therapies (BMAC, PRP, amniotic products, etc.)
· Patient reported outcomes
· Procedure-specific outcomes and associations
· Biomechanics studies pertaining to the knee and shoulder
Prerequisites and Applicant Characteristics:
· Motivation for a career in orthopaedic surgery, with proven research interest
· Strong academic record and work ethic
· Organized, detail-oriented, proactive
· Prior experience in biomechanical research, prospective trials including randomized clinical trials, and database research are preferred
· Experience with data analysis and statistical software (SPSS, STATA, etc.) preferred
Benefits of the Position:
· Expectation to publish 30-50 publications/chapters/abstracts at conclusion of research year
· Increasing competitiveness for a position in an orthopaedic surgery residency
· Robust collaboration with sports medicine fellows, residents, and other sports attendings
· Opportunities to observe surgical procedures
· Ample opportunities to attend grand rounds, sports conferences, and cadaver labs
· Opportunities to present research at orthopaedic conferences
· Dr. Yanke expects all applicants to be able to match into orthopedic surgery and will provide guidance during the interview and match process.
Interested candidates should send a cover letter detailing current level of training, motivation for pursuing a research year, and future career goals. A complete application should also include a Curriculum Vitae, USMLE step I and/or II scores, and expected starting date. Reference(s) or letters of recommendation from any research or orthopaedic experiences are preferred (1-2), but not required. After review of application materials, select individuals will be invited for phone interviews with the current research team followed by interviews with Dr. Yanke.
Please send all materials to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with the subject line "2024-2025 Clinical Research Fellowship Applicant"
