Research Fellowship in Plastic Surgery
ABOUT THE PLASTIC & RECONSTRUCTIVE RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP
The University of Utah, Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery has a one year research fellowship. The fellowship follows the academic calendar from July 1 to June 30.
Now Accepting Applications for 2025–2026
Submit your CV and letter of interest to Kallie Handy at kallie.handy@hsc.utah.edu. Interviews begin in February.
Skills & Training
Gain immersive experience in clinical plastic and reconstructive surgery research with opportunities to lead projects and co-author multiple manuscripts.
Skills & Training
Fellows will gain hands-on experience with:
- IRB submissions
- Study design
- Basic statistics
- Database management
- Chart review
- Manuscript and grant writing
Research Opportunities
Fellows will work closely with faculty to design studies, manage ongoing projects, and contribute to manuscript development. Additional opportunities in basic and translational research are available for interested applicants.
Fellows will participate in departmental conferences, educational sessions, and assist in the translational lab.
By the end of the year, fellows will have contributed to and co-authored multiple clinical manuscripts.
Compensation & Support
This is a salaried fellowship with an additional stipend for conference travel to present research findings.
Program Director
Program Coordinator
Kallie Handy
Email: kallie.handy@hsc.utah.edu