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Ian Chan

Society of Research and Academia: External Research Coordinator

Hi there! I’m Ian and I’m running for External Research Coordinator.

Research experience is seen by many as a challenging obstacle in the medical career pathway. Through my 2 years as part of the SORA subcommittee, I've witnessed firsthand that research is not something to be feared but embraced. Serving as External Research Coordinator will give me the platform to utilize my established network of academics and extensive research experience to help medical students come to love research as much as I do.

Aims:

  1. Launch designated Academic Calendar for research conference dates, ticket sales, and abstract submission in London 2025-26
  2. Introduce specialty-specific mentorship scheme connecting students with clinicians
  3. Promote external research programs and funding opportunities through a dedicated newsletter and online platform.
  4. Enhance interdisciplinary collaboration by working with other societies to showcase research in various fields.

Qualifications:

  1. UROP - developed proficiency in precise documentation and organizational skills managing literature review project at National Heart and Lung Institute
  2. VRiMS (Virtual Reality in Medicine and Surgery)/Ortho+Resp+SORA representative - extensive experience organizing 15+ conferences/workshops
  3. over 50 clinician/research contacts across Hong Kong, the UK, and the US acquired through proven outreach methods via LinkedIn and email

I’m confident my transferable qualities, combined with the insight into the SORA operational framework I’ve developed as a subcommittee member, make me the ideal candidate for this position.