Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery Research Fellowship – UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh | Fellowship Year 2026–2027The Division of Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh / University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine is now recruiting for a one-year, full-time Research Fellowship for the 2026–2027 academic year (Summer to Summer).
About the ProgramThe University of Pittsburgh is home to one of the strongest and most prestigious orthopaedic surgery programs in the United States. Our division blends highly experienced faculty with new faculty eager to expand a robust research portfolio. This is an opportunity to be part of something being built.
Primary Focus: Pediatric Spine SurgeryNew spine surgery faculty are joining a highly experienced team with a well-established, comprehensive spine service and a long track record of clinical and academic success. The fellow will help build a new spine database, lead multiple studies, and shape the program's next research chapter.Additional research areas include Hip Preservation (one of the busiest programs nationally), Limb Deformity & Foot, Pediatric Sports, and Trauma.
Position Details
- Duration: 12 months, full-time
- Start Date: Summer 2026
- Location: Pittsburgh, PA (relocation required)
- Compensation: Salary provided
- Attendance at conferences, clinic, and surgeries included
Ideal Candidates
- Medical students seeking a dedicated research year
- Graduate students in musculoskeletal research
- Orthopaedic residents seeking academic exposure
Mentorship & Career DevelopmentFellows benefit from strong national networks across pediatric orthopaedics, personalized mentorship aligned with long-term career goals, and connections to nearly every major pediatric orthopaedic institution nationally.
Division Faculty: Stephen A. Mendelson, MD · Jan S. Grudziak, MD · Z. Deniz Olgun, MD · Michael P. McClincy, MD · Amanda McCoy, MD MPH · Jessica L. Hughes, MD · David Segal, MD MPH
To Apply, contact: David Segal, MD MPH
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