[FILLED] PITT/UPMC Clinical Research Fellow 2026-2027

The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh-UPMC invites qualified candidates to apply for the 2026–2027 Clinical Research Fellow position. This unique opportunity involves working closely with Dr. John Fowler, Associate Residency Program Director, on multiple prospective, retrospective, and other orthopaedic studies that are ongoing in the Surgery of the Upper Extremity Research (SUPER) group. This position is ideal for individuals seeking meaningful clinical research experience and direct involvement in the academic orthopaedic environment.   Position Title: Clinical Research FellowPositions: 1Duration: 1 yearWho: US medical students, research-year candidates, or recent graduates interested in orthopaedic surgery or clinical researchWhere: UPMC, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Pittsburgh, PAWhen: Starting Summer 2026Salary: A monthly stipend is provided  Deadline: Rolling application Key Responsibilities  

• Attend clinic with Dr. Fowler two to three days per week (Mercy on Mondays, Kaufmann on Thursdays) to support prospective research activities and patient enrollment
• Actively participate clinically at an acting-intern level, seeing patients and honing clinical skills
• Have the opportunity to scrub on OR cases on Tuesdays and Fridays
• Assist with the coordination and execution of ongoing prospective and retrospective studies within the SUPER group and multi-institutional research networks
• Participate in patient screening, recruitment, and data collection for clinical studies
• Manage REDCap databases, maintain organized records, and facilitate follow-up efforts for enrolled subjects
• Perform chart reviews and contribute to abstract and manuscript preparation for research dissemination

​Preferred Skills and Attributes  

• Organized, proactive, and able to manage multiple studies simultaneously
• Strong interpersonal skills, with comfort speaking to patients in clinical settings
• Familiarity with REDCap, Epic, and basic research documentation practices
• Prior experience with IRBs, multi-site coordination, or orthopaedic clinical research is a plus
• Self-motivated and capable of adapting to a dynamic research environment

 ​Educational Opportunities 

• Participate in department-wide clinical research with the opportunity to contribute to multiple projects beyond the SUPER group
• Gain authorship on abstracts and manuscripts for submission to peer-reviewed journals and national meetings
• Participate in clinical practice and procedures in orthopaedic surgery

​Application Requirements

1. Cover letter (including expected start and end dates) 
2. CV 
3. Unofficial transcript 
4. USMLE Step 1 and Step 2 scores (if completed) 
5. 1 letter of recommendation is required (preferably from an orthopaedic surgeon); 2 preferred. 
6. Demonstrated prior research engagement (can be non-orthopaedic)

​APPLY HERE using this Google Form: ​​Questions? Email afolabibrownk@upmc.edu with any inquiries regarding the fellowship