Vanderbilt Orthopaedics Trauma Research Fellowship 2025-2026
The Vanderbilt Orthopaedic Institute is recruiting a highly-qualified medical student for a clinical research fellowship with the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery’s Trauma division. The research fellow will be involved in both prospective and retrospective clinical research projects, and will work as a member of a dedicated research team. Our trauma team conducts numerous studies associated with Major Extremity Trauma Research Consortium (METRC). The research fellow will work closely with orthopaedic trauma faculty on literature review, publication development, and IRB submissions and updates for multiple studies. The fellow will also work closely with attending surgeons and orthopaedic residents, maximizing their exposure to the field of orthopaedic surgery and enhancing their residency application. Fellows with also have the opportunity to attend orthopedic lectures, resident education, journal clubs, and Grand Rounds.
This funded position offers the opportunity to conduct impactful research within the field of Orthopaedic trauma. Multiple publications should be expected and one-on-one mentorship will be provided throughout the Orthopaedic match process.
Ideal candidates are highly motivated US medical students (or potentially graduates) who are looking to boost their CV in order to match in competitive orthopedic residency programs. Applicants unsuccessful in the 2025 Match will be considered.
Preceptors: Phil Mitchell MD, Bill Obremskey MD, Dan Stinner MD, Alex Jahangir MD, Bob Boyce MD, Manish Sethi MD, Lauren Tatman, MD
Timeline: June 1 2025- May 30 2026. (Start date is negotiable)
To Apply, please provide:
· Updated CV
· USMLE scores
· 1-2 letters of recommendation. Can be specific for this fellowship or generalized letters.
· 1-2 References (if different from LOR) that we can contact concerning your application
Please send ALL materials to Karen Trochez, Fellowship Coordinator: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Applicants will be contacted for a phone or zoom interview after reviewing the complete application.
Please Note at this time we are unable to provide Visa status to International graduates.
Thank you for your interest in this research fellowship.
