The University of Minnesota Orthopaedic Surgery Department invites applications for a 2-year Research Fellowship. This is a funded position working under the mentorship of Dr. Julie Switzer and the faculty of the orthopaedic surgery department at Regions Hospital in St. Paul and the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis, MN.
This research fellowship position is directed in the study of injury mechanisms, fracture fixation and functional outcomes of orthopaedic injuries specifically supporting our unique Geriatric Orthopaedic speciality program. The individual in this role will be responsible for initiating, researching and publishing results from multiple simultaneous studies covering an array of clinical and biomechanical questions and hypotheses.
The requirements for this position are post-doc with a desire to enter into orthopaedic surgery. We are only interested in candidates willing to make a 2 year commitment which allows for sufficient time to complete and submit for publication several research projects prior to the beginning of the residency application process. More information regarding this program and the research results can be found at www.regionsorthotrauma.com.
If you would like to be considered for this position please submit your CV, letter of interest, and contact information to Lisa Schroder, Director Academic Programs, at
