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What are Academic Training Positions?
Academic training positions are temporary programs (typically 1-3 years) designed to prepare physicians for independent research or academic careers. These are stepping stones, not final destinations.
Types of Training Positions
Research Fellowships:
- Laboratory research training
- Clinical research training
- Health services research
Postdoctoral Positions:
- Post-MD research training
- Often funded by training grants
Common Job Titles
- Research Fellow
- Postdoctoral Fellow
- Clinical Research Fellow
- Physician Scientist Fellow
- T32 Trainee
Compensation Range
- NIH-scale: $56,000 - $68,000 (postdoc)
- Institutional supplements: Variable
- Industry fellowships: Higher