Clinical Operations Research Intern Pediatric Plastic Surgery

About the Role

This is a 1-year Clinical Operations Research Intern position in Pediatric Plastic Surgery at Corewell Health Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital, in conjunction with the Michigan State Plastic Surgery residency training program. The internship is designed to provide exposure to clinical, systems-based research in pediatric plastic surgery. Optional projects can cater to interests in adult reconstruction, hand, and breast surgery. This is a full-time, day shift position, Monday-Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm.

Key Responsibilities

• Assists with manuscript writing and submissions, study protocols, preparing abstracts / presentations, and other related project documents.
• Responsible for the submission and management of Institutional Review Board (IRB) applications and annual renewals.
• Preparation of study files, data acquisition, and study proposals/ designs.
• Supervises a recurring group of medical students with projects and interests in plastic surgery.
• Assists faculty with the development and implementation of research projects.
• Assists with writing grant proposals and manuscript development.
• Assists with regulatory requirements and collaborates with the ORS to ensure compliance with IRB quality assurance processes.
• Maintains records of new protocols, amendments, and IRB activities/updating regulatory binder as needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Additional Opportunities

• The research intern will be able to participate in all the didactic and clinical educational programs of the residency program throughout the year.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Preferably enrolled in an MD program at an accredited university.
• Preferred High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Currently enrolled in high school or have graduated from high school, or are enrolled in a university pursuing an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in the area of accountability.
• May also be a recent graduate from an Associate's or Bachelor's degree program.

Qualifications

• Ideal for a third-year medical student demonstrating an interest in plastic surgery who seeks a gap year before their fourth year in medical school and applying to integrated residency programs.

Benefits & Perks

• Comprehensive benefits package.
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv.
• Discounts directory.
• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance.
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings.