Link to Orthogate listing: https://www.orthogate.org/forums/medical-student-research-fellowship/10230-university-of-illinois-chicago-clinical-orthopaedic-research-fellowship-2026-27
The Role
This role is a one-year, salaried, full-time research position:
Preferred applicants are United States Medical Students, between M3 and M4, who have taken Step 2 and have a demonstrated interest in Orthopaedic Surgery
Design and execute basic science and clinical research projects, manage ongoing projects, submit to national conferences and major journals
Mentor medical students
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 (