7-YEAR PATHWAY - RESEARCH PROGRAM

The Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Rehabilitation at the University of Mississippi Medical Center now offers a position for a medical school graduate interested in pursuing a career in academic orthopedic medicine. This 7 year program begins with two years of research and, upon successful completion, will be followed by the standard five-year orthopedic surgery residency.  During the two year period you will be enrolled in a Masters program with Ph.D. potential with all educational tuition and travel expenses covered. 

The research experience is guided by a Clinical Mentor in Orthopedic Surgery and Basic Science Mentors including our research coordinator Michelle Tucci, Ph.D.  Duties include the design and execution of clinical and basic science research protocols, submitting abstracts and grant applications, attending weekly research planning meetings, and participation in Orthopedic journal clubs and morning conference. There are no ward or call responsibilities during this 2 year program.  We accept one person per year.  Salary for the first two years is equal to that of our PGY-1 house officers.  Benefits are those of employees of UMMC.

Anyone interested in applying for this position must qualify for employment via restrictions set forth by UMMC Human Resources Department and our Graduate Medical Education department.  They must also qualify for licensure upon completion of the two years by the Mississippi State Board of Medical Licensure.

Mail your completed application or your ERAS application (which includes the following) to the Contact Person listed below.

1. Dean's letter
2. Three letters of recommendation
3. Medical school transcript
4. USMLE scores
5. Personal statement
6. ECFMG Certification (IMG only)

Application deadline for the 2010 position (start date July, 2010) is November 1, 2009. Applicants will be notified of selection for interview via email (please make sure to provide on application).

Interview Date: Tuesday, November 17, 2009

7 - Year Pathway Fellows

Christine W. Pierce, M.D.

2008 - 2010

David Black, M.D.

2009 - 2011

Michelle A. Tucci, Ph.D.,

Associate Professor

Supervisor,

Orthopedic Surgery

Biological Laboratory