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Job Title

Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery (FPRS) Post-Bac Research Student

Location

Cleveland

Facility

Cleveland Clinic Main Campus:

Department

Headneck Seed-Integrated Surgical Institute:

Job Code

C99890

Shift

Days

Schedule

8:30am-4:00pm

Job Summary

While working closely with research personnel, participates actively in a structured learning experience in the laboratory or clinical research setting. Gains hands-on experience in laboratory techniques, clinical settings, data collection and analysis and/or other related skills to explore careers in biomedical and/or clinical research.

Job Details

2026–2027 Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery (FPRS) Research Student II - Post Baccalaureate

Join Cleveland Clinic's Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world-class, and caregivers are family. Here, you will receive endless support and appreciation while building a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

The FPRS Research Student is a one-year, full-time position designed for highly motivated medical students or recent graduates seeking advanced training in clinical research and exposure to facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, including microvascular surgery, facial reanimation, and all other cosmetic and reconstructive procedures. The role provides comprehensive research experience, professional mentorship, and clinical shadowing opportunities, making it ideal for individuals preparing for residency in Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery or related surgical specialties.

This is a 1 year temporary position that will begin July 1, 2026 and will conclude on June 30, 2027. This position is not available for visa sponsorship.

A caregiver in this position works from 8: 00AM - 5:00PM.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• Participate in weekly to biweekly research check-ins to review progress and set goals.

• Collaborate with medical students, residents, fellows, and faculty within the FPRS and microvascular surgery divisions.

• Commit 40 hours per week to research and/or clinical activities.

• Coordinate and organize the monthly Reconstructive Conference.

• Maintain and update the patient-reported outcome measures (PROM) database.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Undergraduate Degree

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Previous research laboratory experience

• Accepted or enrolled in an accredited college or university as a medical student, MA/MS student or other graduate program student; excludes PhD students

• A desire to gain proficiency in all aspects of clinical research

including IRB application, grant writing, data analysis, manuscript preparation, and conference presentations.

• Willingness to author or co-author 5–10 peer-reviewed publications during the fellowship year.

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Physical Requirements:

• Working in a stationary position for extended periods

• Operating a computer and other office equipment

• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information

• Ability to distinguish color

• Manual dexterity to handle specimens and repair equipment

• Lifting and transporting equipment or specimens weighing up to 20 pounds

• Some exposure to hazardous chemicals, biohazards, radioactive materials, etc.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follow standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required

The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substances.

Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption.

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