Title:
2020-2021--Harvard/MGH Research Assistant—Orthopaedics Sports Medicine and Joint Reconstruction
PLEASE NOTE: If you have any questions regarding the Research program, application, or application process, email:
[email protected]
Executive Summary:
Application deadline: November 20, 2019
Review: rolling basis, early application is favorable
Eligibility: College Graduate Planning on Applying to Medical School in Near Future
Position: Research Assistant, Clinical
Where: Harvard/MGH Sports Medicine
Who: Dr. Scott Martin, Director, Joint Preservation Service, Director, MGH Sports Medicine Fellowship, Associate Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery, Team Physician for New England Patriots, Head Team Physician for New England Revolution
Start: approximately January 1, 2020
Duration: approximately 1 year, but negotiable depending on timeline
Compensation: Salary, including full benefits
Details:
Dr. Scott D. Martin is currently inviting pre-medical students and graduates to apply for a Clinical Research Fellowship in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and Joint Reconstruction at the Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH), a Harvard teaching hospital.
This is an extremely competitive position that is awarded to two (2) recent graduates who have demonstrated a keen interest in orthopaedics and is a competitive candidate for medical school.
This research position is unique in that the medical student interacts with a nationally-recognized orthopaedic surgeon on a daily basis. Furthermore, this position is unique in that it provides the opportunity to be mentored in a clinical setting; to learn and hone clinical exam skills; and to attend lectures and conferences with orthopaedic residents and faculty.
This Research Group has a huge project pipeline and will result in several published manuscripts, book chapters, technique videos, and conference posters and podium presentations at National and International conferences. The Research Fellow formal programming includes: orthopaedic resident surgery anatomy course, grand rounds, sports teaching conferences, seminars, professional meetings, and development training courses.
Responsibilities and daily activities include:
• Developing research hypotheses and performing literature reviews.
• Composing research protocols, drafting and submitting IRB proposals.
• Submitting Continuing Review IRB applications.
• Collecting, organizing, and analyzing clinical research data.
• Writing and submitting publications, including managing revisions and edits requested by Reviewers.
• Clinic: two-three times per week enrolling patients in prospective studies, following on active enrollees
Applicants are selected based on research experience and as well as enthusiasm and interest. The nature of the position makes excellent organizational and communication skills paramount.
Timeline:
Preferably, a college graduate taking 1 or more gap years before applying to medical school
Preferred Skills:
• The successful applicant for the position will be an organized individual who can multitask and has persistence and motivation to implement the various components of a clinical study.
• Experience in clinical research (preferred, but not necessary)
• Having access to a car (the team travels between four locations).
• Excellent written and verbal communication (publications are a plus, but written samples of other course work is helpful)
• Proficiency: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Familiarity with statistical software is a plus.
• Familiarity with REDCap software is a plus.
• Detail oriented and organized
• Must be able to multitask
• Ability to work in a team environment; balance many competing priorities and projects.
• Ability to gather and interpret data in which the information or problems are moderately complex
Application Process:
Email:
[email protected]
Application deadline: November 20, 2019
Review: rolling basis, early application is favorable
The application deadline is November 20, 2019. But it is highly recommended that individuals submit their applications before that time, as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Interested individuals should submit a short application, consisting of:
1) 2x2 Headshot
2) Cover Letter, include earliest start date
3) CV
The application should be emailed to:
[email protected]. With a subject line of: “Ortho Research Assistant Application—Applicant’s Name”
First round interviews will begin at the end of November 2019.
Finally, all questions regarding the Research position, application, or application process can be directed to this email.
