RESEARCH ROTATIONS

Lab-based medical research rotations

Learn from top research teams in the U.S. Interpret and analyze data, record findings, and present your work — with the chance to co-author publications and earn letters of recommendation.

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WHAT TO EXPECT

Real research experience at U.S. clinical sites

Research rotations pair you with a physician and cover the full research workflow — from data collection to presentation.

Interpret & analyze data

Work through datasets alongside a mentoring physician, learning the analytical methods used in U.S. clinical research.

Record findings

Document methodology and results in a format ready for peer review or internal presentation.

Present your work

Practice presenting information in a lecture or professional setting — a skill that translates directly to residency interviews.

Publish where possible

Many participants co-author peer-reviewed publications, adding a strong signal to residency applications.

HOW IT WORKS

Apply in four steps

01

Sign up

Create your free AMO account to browse the full catalog of research programs.

02

Filter

Use the specialty and rotation type filters to narrow to Research rotations.

03

Apply

Submit a free application to your preferred experience — apply to multiple.

04

Reserve

Once approved, reserve your seat and lock in your rotation dates.

WHY RESEARCH

Why apply for a research rotation

Publication opportunities

Many research rotations offer co-authorship on peer-reviewed publications — a differentiator on residency applications.

Letter of recommendation

Complete your rotation and become eligible for a merit-based letter of recommendation from your mentoring physician.

U.S. clinical exposure

Experience the U.S. clinical research process end-to-end alongside a practicing physician.

Flexible options

Choose in-person, virtual, or telehealth research rotations to fit your schedule and specialty interests.

A RESEARCH ROTATION STORY

“Augusto participated in a research rotation with AMO — and by the end had published and presented peer-reviewed research on sinking bullet syndrome. He now completes a neurosurgery residency in Germany.”

Augusto · Italy

Neurosurgery research rotation

Find your research rotation

Browse research programs across specialties, in-person and virtual, at partnered U.S. clinical sites.

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