The Summer Research Fellowship (SRF) provides you with an early opportunity to embark on a longitudinal scholarly research experience, develop fundamental skills in research and/or clinical scholarship, and explore the clinical environment relevant to helping you choose and explore your future career and residency interests. This experience (a Kerberos ID is required for login) will take place for six weeks during the summer after your first year of medical school.

The SRF is designed to accelerate your career development, enhance your professional growth, and prepare you to excel as a physician. It also offers a chance to showcase your unique capabilities in residency applications. Participation in the SRF is required for all medical students except Medical Scientist Training Program (MSTP) and Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (OMS) students, who are exempt.

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Program Highlights

• Clinical Shadowing: You’ll spend at least ½ a day (~4 hours) per week shadowing in a clinical setting, giving you firsthand insights into specific medical specialties.
• In-Person Collaboration: To foster robust mentorship and active participation, you’ll work on-site at least three days a week.
• Financial Support: If you are not funded through a program training grant, you will receive a stipend from the Office of Medical Education.

Departmental Programming

Below are links to department-specific SRF webpages. When applying to these, students should prioritize and follow the instructions provided on the Areas of Concentration Brightspace page.

• Global Health Initiatives
• Humanistic Medicine Program
• Medicine
• Medical Student Training in Aging Research (MSTAR)
• Neurology - Headache Division
• Neurosurgery
• Obstetrics & Gynecology
• Office of Diversity Affairs
• Orthopedic Surgery
• Pathology
• Pediatrics
• Plastic Surgery
• Population Health
• Substance Use Research Education & Training Program (SARET)

Program Objectives

1. Research Exposure and Skills Development: Gain practical experience in research and clinical scholarship, including data analysis, literature review, and scientific writing.
2. Mentorship and Guidance: Work closely with a mentor who provides project guidance, regular feedback, and career advice.
3. Collaboration and Communication: Build effective communication and collaboration skills through participation in research discussions and meetings.
4. Research Dissemination: Present findings in a final written report that effectively communicates the summer’s work to a broad audience.
5. Networking and Future Opportunities: Develop connections with faculty, researchers, and peers to create opportunities for future academic and professional growth.
6. Professionalism and Time Management: Learn to balance competing priorities and adhere to deadlines, an essential skill for future medical professionals.
7. Ethical Conduct: Understand and apply research ethics, including informed consent, data privacy, and proper data handling practices.
8. Personal Growth and Reflection: Reflect on the challenges, lessons, and experiences gained during the fellowship to help shape future career goals.

Contact Us

For questions regarding the SRF program, please contact:

• Kelly V. Ruggles, PhD (Kelly.Ruggles@nyulangone.org)
• Naomi M. Simon, MD (Naomi.Simon@nyulangone.org)
• Alexa Gatti (Alexa.Gatti@nyulangone.org)
• Sharlize Lescano (Sharlize.Lescano@nyulangone.org)