Research Fellow
University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Department of Surgery, Division of Plastic Surgery
Title: Research Fellow
The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a public research university serving more than 18,000 students. We award nearly 4,000 degrees each year, including more graduate and professional degrees than any other Colorado institution. With our solid academic reputation, award-winning faculty and renowned researchers, we offer more than 140 highly rated degree programs through 13 schools and colleges. The university receives over $400 million in research awards each year. In addition to the wide array of health-related programs and facilities offered at CU Anschutz in Aurora, Colo. a significant number of undergraduate and graduate degree programs are taught at CU Denver, our comprehensive campus in the heart of downtown Denver—one of America’s most vibrant urban centers. CU Denver is located steps from the Denver Center for Performing Arts and the LoDo District affording our students, faculty and staff access to a broad array of academic, professional, community, recreational and cultural outlets.
A national leader in health care and life sciences, CU Anschutz is the only comprehensive academic health sciences center in Colorado and the largest in the Rocky Mountain region. Located in Aurora, Colo., it is one of the newest education, research and patient care facilities in the world. With six schools and colleges, CU Anschutz trains the health sciences workforce of the future by blending education, research and clinical care all in one place. This strategic collaboration among diverse health care fields allows knowledge to travel directly from the research bench to the patient’s bedside.
Job Summary:
The Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is seeking a motivated, passionate, and self-driven medical students to serve as a Student Research Fellow for the 2026–2027 academic year. This position has a minimum one-year commitment.
This role provides comprehensive research support within the Division of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery and is ideal for medical students interested in plastic surgery who are seeking a dedicated research year during medical school. The selected candidate will support both division-wide research initiatives and PI-specific projects. In addition to advancing their own scholarly work under a designated Principal Investigator, the Research Fellow will be expected to complete research tasks that support the broader needs and priorities of the Division.
The Division of Plastic Surgery and the Department of Surgery are committed to improving the health of all patients by fostering a culture of academic and clinical excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist with current studies by participating in patient recruitment, data collection and analysis, study monitoring and assisting with regulatory compliance.
- Helping to gather and synthesize information for research papers and reports.
- Maintenance of clinical and research databases.
- Performing various administrative tasks related to the research project, such as organizing files, managing correspondence, and preparing materials for meetings
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
- Education: Current medical student enrolled in a US medical school or recent graduate of a US medical school with interest in eventual matriculation into plastic surgery residency
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous experience working in an academic or research environment.
- Previous experience performing statistical analyses for clinical research.
- Previous experience leading scientific manuscripts.
- Experience with research database management
- Exceptional interpersonal communication skills
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Demonstrated skills in problem solving.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with other members of a research team.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
- Motivated, strong work ethic, attention to detail, interest in learning new skills and scientific discovery.
Anticipated Pay Range:
Salary will be commensurate with training level and experience.
- Pre-doctoral fellows – research only (Medical Students): $37,000, benefits not included
How to Apply:
For full consideration, please submit the following documents:
- A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position
- Curriculum vitae / Resume
- Five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address
Applications are submitted via email to Trina Ta, trina.ta@cuanschutz.edu.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
ADA Statement:
The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu.
Background Check Statement:
The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.