Orthopaedic Research Fellow — Clinical Data & Publications

Rothman Orthopaedics; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Paid time off

Retirement savings

Job summary

Rothman Orthopaedics in Center City Philadelphia is offering a one-year Orthopaedic Research Fellowship for the 2027–2028 academic year. This full-time position supports medical students between their third and fourth years who are pursuing orthopaedic surgery, with hands-on involvement in clinical research and scientific writing.

You'll work with surgeons and research faculty on projects across subspecialties, gain experience in data analysis, IRB submissions, literature review, and manuscript

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a healthcare-related field or a related discipline.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and standard computer applications.
• Strong written and verbal communication, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects in a collaborative environment.
• Interest in orthopaedic clinical research.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with orthopaedic surgeons and research faculty on clinical research projects.
• Collect, review, extract, and analyze clinical research data.
• Conduct literature searches and critically evaluate relevant medical literature.
• Assist with the preparation and submission of abstracts, manuscripts, and scientific presentations.
• Prepare and maintain Institutional Review Board (IRB) submissions and other research documentation.
• Review, digitize, and catalog radiographs and other clinical imaging as required by study protocols.
• Attend outpatient clinic sessions as needed to support research data collection and study coordination.
• Participate in weekly research meetings to discuss project progress, findings, and ongoing research initiatives.
• Maintain accurate research records and ensure the secure handling of study materials.
• Collaborate with the research team to support the successful completion and dissemination of clinical research projects.

Job description

Rothman Orthopaedics in Center City Philadelphia is offering a one-year Orthopaedic Research Fellowship for the 2027–2028 academic year. This full-time position supports medical students between their third and fourth years who are pursuing orthopaedic surgery, with hands-on involvement in clinical research and scientific writing.

You'll work with surgeons and research faculty on projects across subspecialties, gain experience in data analysis, IRB submissions, literature review, and manuscript