The interview process is now closed
Specifically, this is a flexible one-year opportunity focused on producing publishable manuscripts, spending time in the clinic and operating room, as well as learning how to conduct clinical research. The research fellow will spend time with multiple faculty and interact with residents and medical students. Attendance to all educational opportunities within the organization (Monthly Grand Rounds, Morbidity and Mortality conferences, Journal Clubs and labs, weekly resident lectures, presentations, etc.) is highly encouraged. Additional goals include providing the students with broad exposure to orthopaedics prior to residency and building strategic relationships within the profession. The research fellows will have regular meetings with faculty and Dr. Ponce and can expect support and guidance toward achieving their career goals. Completion of the orthopaedic research fellowship greatly increases the chance of a residency interview with the ACGME-accredited Medical University of South Carolina Orthopaedic Department.
We are accepting 1 funded position for 2026-27. The current salary is $31,200 divided over 12 months. As interviews and acceptances will be offered on a rolling basis, earlier application submission is strongly advised.Interested applicants should submit the following:
- Cover Letter
- CV (include Step 1 and Step 2 score report if available)
- Unofficial medical school transcript
Please send submission materials to: Emily Jones, Research Fellow at
