Pediatric Orthopedic Research Scholar—Physician-Scientist Fellowship

Nemours in; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Nemours Children's Health in Wilmington, DE is offering a one-year Pediatric Orthopedic Research Scholar position for physicians who have completed orthopedic training and seek focused pediatric orthopedics related research. The role emphasizes clinical and basic science research with limited patient contact and observation in the operating room.

Responsibilities include developing protocols, IRB submissions, data collection and analysis, and participation in educational seminars.

Qualifications

• Active medical license in home country or state of origin.
• Career plan showing how Orthopedic Research Scholar will enhance experience and advancement.
• Completed basic orthopedic education in home country or state of origin; trained Orthopedic Physician.
• Delaware physician training license not required.
• If not a US citizen, visa (preferably J-1) obtained with Office of International Services support.

Responsibilities

• Develop clinical research protocols with staff attendings.
• Assist in writing research protocols for IRB approval.
• Review clinical records for data in research projects.
• Collect data from patient questionnaires and interfaces; schedule and assist in data collection.
• Maintain data sheets and analyze data with statisticians.
• Observe in outpatient clinics; no direct patient care responsibility.
• Participate in OR for educational purposes; attend weekly research seminars.

Job description

Nemours Children's Health in Wilmington, DE is offering a one-year Pediatric Orthopedic Research Scholar position for physicians who have completed orthopedic training and seek focused pediatric orthopedics related research. The role emphasizes clinical and basic science research with limited patient contact and observation in the operating room.

Responsibilities include developing protocols, IRB submissions, data collection and analysis, and participation in educational seminars.