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University of Illinois at Chicago Orthopaedic Biomechanics Research Fellowship 2026-2027
Opportunity for Post-Match Medical Students
This role is a one-year, salaried, full-time research position:
- Design and execute basic science and clinical research projects, manage ongoing projects, submit to national conferences and major journals
- Mentor medical students
- Opportunity to work directly with Dr. Farid Amirouche, director of orthopaedic research
- Collaborate with multiple members of the orthopaedic faculty including the department chair, Dr. Mark Gonzalez, and the residency program director, Dr. Alfonso Mejia
There are no clinical responsibilities. The fellow is welcome to attend morning conferences, Grand Rounds, cadaver labs, sawbone workshops, and social events with the UIC residents.
The Application: If you are interested, please e-mail the following to UICOrthopedicResearch@gmail.com:
- Curriculum vitae – include your phone number
- USMLE board scores – official report not required but preferred
- Personal statement
- Brief statement (<300 words) explaining your interest in this position
- Photograph
Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. Phone interviews will then be conducted, and the position is expected to be filled soon after. The current and prior research fellows are available for any questions at
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The Project Types include:
- Clinical biomechanics
- Prospective clinical data collection
- Prospective biospecimen collection
- Retrospective outcome studies
- Health disparities research
- Virtual reality in education
- Systematic reviews
- Meta-analyses
- Database studies
The Timeline:
Anticipated start date: Early / Mid May (earlier is preferred) to allow the previous fellows to provide training and a transition period for the role.This position is NOT open to individuals who have matched into an NRMP training program for the 2026-2027 academic year.
Preference will be given to medical students or graduates who have previously attempted to match into an NRMP-approved residency program.
