Clinical Research Associate Orthopaedic Research - Morristown

Overview

Job Description The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at Morristown Medical Center is seeking a highly motivated Medical Student for a Clinical Research Associate research fellowship designed to significantly strengthen applications to competitive orthopaedic surgery residency programs. This fellowship emphasizes high-impact academic productivity, close mentorship, and national exposure within a focused academic environment.

The fellow will work directly with the Chair of Orthopaedic Surgery, Harpal Khanuja, MD, with a primary focus on hip and knee arthroplasty research. This structure provides exceptional access to mentorship, career guidance, and potential for strong letters of recommendation from department leadership.

The fellow will be involved in all phases of research, including:

• Study design and hypothesis development
• Literature review and database research
• Data collection, statistical analysis, and interpretation
• Manuscript preparation for peer-reviewed journals
• Abstract submission and preparation for regional and national meetings

The expectation is meaningful authorship and presentation, not observational research.

In addition to research responsibilities, the fellow will:

• Participate in orthopaedic resident didactics
• Work closely with residents and faculty
• Observe in orthopaedic clinics and operating rooms

• Attendance and presentation at regional and national orthopaedic meetings
• Opportunity to participate in an international Operation Walk medical mission

• Strong commitment to orthopaedic surgery
• Highly motivated and academically driven
• Seeking publications, national exposure, and close mentorship

• Peer-reviewed publications and national presentations
• Advanced research skills and academic development
• Deep exposure to academic orthopaedic surgery
• A significantly strengthened residency application

Required

• Currently enrolled medical student
• Must have completed 2nd year of Medical School

Preferred

• Prior research experience (clinical, outcomes, or basic science)
• Strong interest in pursuing orthopaedic surgery residency

At Atlantic Health System, our promise to our communities is;
Anyone who enters one of our facilities, will receive the highest quality care delivered at the right time, at the right place, and at the right cost. This commitment is echoed in the respect, development and opportunities we give to our more than 20,000 team members. Headquartered in Morristown, New Jersey, we are a leading non-profit health care system. Our facilities include:

• Morristown Medical Center, Morristown, NJ
• Overlook Medical Center, Summit, NJ
• Newton Medical Center, Newton, NJ
• Chilton Medical Center, Pompton Plains, NJ
• Hackettstown Medical Center, Hackettstown, NJ
• Goryeb Children's Hospital, Morristown, NJ
• Centra State Healthcare System, Freehold, NJ
• Atlantic Home Care and Hospice
• Atlantic Mobile Health
• Atlantic Rehabilitation

We also have more than 900 community-based healthcare providers affiliated through Atlantic Medical Group. Atlantic Accountable Care Organization is one of the largest ACOs in the nation, and we are a member of All Spire Health Partners.

Atlantic Health System offers a comprehensive total rewards package that supports the health, financial security, and well-being of all team members. Offerings vary by role level. General summary:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer match
• PTO & Paid Sick Leave
• Tuition Assistance, Advancement & Academic Advising
• Parental, Adoption, Surrogacy Leave
• Backup and On-Site Childcare
• Well-Being Rewards
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fertility Benefits, Healthy Pregnancy Program
• Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts
• Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance

Note:

In compliance with the NJ Pay Transparency Act, all job postings will include compensation details where applicable. Final compensation and benefit eligibility may vary by role and status and will be confirmed at offer.

EEO STATEMENT

Atlantic Health System, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor and abides by applicable laws to protect applicants and employees from discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, and other aspects of employment, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, genetics, or veteran status.