2026–2027 Orthopaedic Sports Medicine Clinical Research Fellowship (University of Colorado School of Medicine)
Mentor: Dr. Rachel Frank
Position Title: Clinical Research Fellow
Number of Positions: 1
Duration: 1–2 years
Start Date: Summer 2026
Location: Denver, Colorado
Compensation: Monthly stipend provided
Eligibility
- U.S. medical students between M2–M3 or M3–M4
- Strong interest in Orthopaedic Surgery
- U.S. applicants only will be considered
Program Overview
The Orthopaedic Sports Medicine Clinical Research Fellowship at the
University of Colorado School of Medicine offers an immersive, high-productivity research experience under the mentorship of
Rachel Frank, MD. The fellow will be deeply involved in clinical, translational, and biomechanical research within a high-volume academic sports medicine practice.
Primary Responsibilities
- Coordination and management of multiple clinical and biomechanical research projects
- Cadaveric dissection and biomechanical testing
- Statistical analysis of research data
- Preparation and submission of IRB protocols
- Drafting, editing, and submission of:
- Abstracts and manuscripts
- Sports medicine and orthopaedic surgery book chapters and textbooks
Fellowship Benefits & Opportunities
- Expectation of 10–20 publications, abstracts, or book chapters over the fellowship period
- Significant enhancement of orthopaedic surgery residency competitiveness
- Close collaboration with:
- Sports medicine fellows
- Orthopaedic surgery residents
- Sports medicine attending surgeons
- Opportunities to:
- Observe surgical procedures
- Attend Orthopaedic Grand Rounds, Sports Conferences, Journal Clubs, and Cadaver Labs
- Present research at regional, national, and international orthopaedic conferences
Mentorship & Career Development
Dr. Frank is deeply invested in mentorship and
expects the research fellow to be successful in their next step (matching into residency), with active guidance provided throughout:
- Research development
- Professional networking
- Residency application and the match process
Application Process: Interested candidates should submit the following to
rachel.frank@cuanschutz.edu
- Brief cover letter
- Curriculum vitae (including USMLE scores, if available)
- Expected start date
