Other FIU & Clinical Research Opportunities

The University of Miami Bascom Palmer Eye Institute and the McKnight Vision Research Center offers a comprehensive research training program with mentored training experiences. Training is provided in the interdisciplinary areas of biomedical sciences, biomedical engineering, and clinical research. Both short and long-term opportunities are available for trainees at all levels.

For more information, visit the UM Bascor Palmer Eye Institute and McKnight Vision Research Center research training page.

To apply, fill out the application for research volunteers and email the form along with your resume to Abigail Hackam at ahackam@med.miami.edu or to BPEItraining@med.miami.edu.

Please contact the affiliates listed below for more information.

Please contact the affiliates listed below for more information.

MCVI Investigator Initiated Research Process Flow Chart

The process calls for FIU support on the following areas:

1. Clinical Study Protocol Writing
2. Study Feasibility Development
3. Statistical Analysis Proposal
4. Data collection, analysis and interpretation
5. Report writing
6. Journal Publication

Please contact the affiliates listed below for more information.

Please contact the affiliates listed below for more information.

The Less Exposure Surgery (LES) Clinic Research Institute offers clinical and biomechanical research opportunities for Medical Students who have an interest in Orthopedics and Spine Surgery. Students will participate in clinical research studies from inception, data analysis, methodology and submission for publication. As part of the process, students will learn how to develop study protocols, and IRB proposals needed for study approval. Students will have additional opportunities to observe cutting edge surgical techniques with our team and visit our mechanical and biomechanical sites. 

For additional information about how to participate in research at the LES Clinic Research Institute, please contact Dr. Fabio Pencle, research coordinator, at fabiopencle@thelessinstitute.com or 954-673-1858.

• View the LES Clinic Research Institute's Application

Baptist Health Orthopedic Care at Baptist Health South Florida offers volunteer opportunities for FIU medical students who have an interest in the field of medicine. Volunteers will be assigned to a clinical study and assist the research team in the process of data entry and data collection. Volunteers will also learn how to develop a protocol and complete all regulatory compliance paperwork needed for a study to be approved. Adding to the incomparable experience of volunteering at Baptist Health, volunteers will also have the opportunity to build relationships with our talented team of physicians. All volunteers will always be under the supervision of our Research Data Coordinator, Camila A. Torres-Caiaffa.

*There are no minimum volunteer hours required

For additional information about becoming a volunteer at Baptist Health Orthopedic Care, please get in touch with Camila A. Torres-Caiaffa, Research Data Coordinator.

• Volunteer Application
• Volunteer Service Application Questionnaire

Read an overview of the Department of Radiation Oncology, as well as the physicians who work there.

Miami Cancer Institute has two areas within Oncology. The Department of Radiation Oncology as listed above as well as the Department of Non-Radiation Oncology. Both areas are overseen by Manmeet Ahluwalia, MD.

Radiation Oncology
To apply and be considered for upcoming research opportunities, complete the radiation oncology research application.

For more information, email Juliet C. Pol at Juliet.Pol@baptisthealth.net. 

Non-radiation Oncology
To apply and be considered for upcoming research opportunities, complete the medical oncology research application.

For more information, email Maggie Varena at MaggieV@baptisthealth.net.

Please contact the affiliates listed below for more information.

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) Medical Research Scholars Program (MRSP) is a pre-doctoral training program, shaping the future of health by inspiring careers in biomedical research as clinician-scientists.

Eligibility:

For U.S. citizens and permanent residents currently enrolled in an accredited medical, dental, or veterinary program and in their 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year. Interested students should have strong interest in conducting basic, clinical, or translational research.

View an Informational Flyer for the Medical Research Scholars Program