Spine Research Fellowship – Gillette Children’s Hospital (2024-2025)

The Gillette Children’s Hospital Pediatric Orthopedic Research Fellowship is a fully funded, one-year fellowship program intended for medical students and recent medical school graduates who are interested in pursuing a career in orthopedic surgery. Fellows will participate in clinically informed pediatric orthopedic research and gain experience in all facets of research activities, including design, implementation and dissemination. In addition to actively participating in research, fellows will have the opportunity to attend daily didactic educational sessions in the Department of Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery, observe the clinical and surgical management of children with complex spine conditions, and receive mentorship from our clinical and research team.

To be considered for this opportunity, please submit your CV, transcript (can be unofficial) and motivation letter with your application with the points below:

1. 1. Experience with research, scientific writing and/or literature research.

 

1. 1. Your goals and expectations for this one-year research fellowship at Gillette Children’s.

 

1. 1. How this one-year research grant can help you realize your ultimate career plans in medicine.

 

compensation and benefits

The hourly rate for this opportunity is $22/hour. Hourly wages are only part of the employee compensation package. Gillette supports career development and offers a competitive benefits package, including a retirement savings plan, tuition and degree reimbursement, paid time off and health and wellness benefits.

Significant challenges

• • Make significant contributions to multiple research projects, including designing the research protocol, obtaining human subject approvals, collaboration and communication among the research team, and involvement in data analysis.

 

• • Lead dissemination efforts, resulting in submission of abstracts for presentation at a scientific conference and/or submission of peer-reviewed manuscripts for publication.

 

• • Manage timelines for ongoing projects while maintaining a weekly schedule consisting of team conferences, clinics, and mentorship meetings.

 

• • Meet internal and external deadlines to ensure consistent progress on ongoing projects, including research activities, presentations, manuscripts, grant proposal development, and other collaborative work.

 

Key Job Responsibilities

The fellow will be involved in a variety of research projects designed to answer questions and solve problems in pediatric spine, patient safety, and healthcare quality and value, as well as medical economics. Completed projects will be submitted for publication in high-quality journals and presentations at regional, national and international conferences.

Qualifications

Required (for Fellowship start date on or about July 1, 2024):

• • Fellows have completed their third year of medical school. Exceptional candidates who have completed their second year of medical school are also eligible.

 

• • Fellows are in good academic standing and have an interest in pursuing a career in orthopedics or spine surgery.

 

Preference:

• • Fellows have previous experience in scholarly writing, literature review, and/or research experience.

 

Gillette Children’s is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse team because we know that the diverse experiences of our employees make Gillette a stronger and better organization. We strive to create an equitable and inclusive environment where all patients, families and staff are welcomed and valued. We believe that diverse perspectives and identities promote excellence, improve patient care and are essential for Gillette to fulfill its mission. Our team members work together to help patients of all backgrounds and abilities reach their full potential.

Gillette Children’s is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of an individual’s race, color, creed, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, status with regard to government assistance, sexual orientation or gender identity, military status, or any other class protected by federal, state, or local law.

Gillette Children’s is a global beacon of care for patients with brain, bone and movement disorders that begin in childhood. Our research, treatment and supportive technologies empower every child to live a full life defined by their dreams, not their diagnoses.

For more information about working at Gillette Children’s, visit https://www.gillettechildrens.org/careers.

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Last updated: November 12, 2023