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Fellowship positions sit at the intersection of research and industry, offering a unique blend of hands‑on project work and academic rigor. 2024 has seen a surge in funding for AI, data‑driven health, and climate science fellowships, with more than 2,100 roles available that combine stipend, tuition waiver, and research grants.

Common fellowship titles include Data Science Fellow, AI Research Fellow, Computational Biology Fellow, and Quantitative Analyst Fellow. Responsibilities range from developing end‑to‑end ML pipelines in Python and PyTorch, publishing peer‑reviewed papers, to presenting findings at SIGGRAPH, NeurIPS, or ISMB conferences. Fellows often collaborate with cross‑functional teams in product, policy, and regulatory groups.

Transparent salary information is critical for fellows because funding streams vary widely—stipends can differ by host institution, grant size, and year. Knowing exact pay, benefits, and equity options enables fellows to compare opportunities, plan long‑term career trajectories, and negotiate grant support more effectively.

DoD Military Skillbridge - Data Center Facility Engineer (HVAC, Mechanical, Electrician, Security Systems)

Company: Equinix, Inc

Location: San Jose, CA

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Equinix, a global digital infrastructure company, is seeking a Data Center Operations, Critical Facilities Engineer for its DoD SkillBridge Fellowship Program. The role involves facility and infrastructure maintenance, site administration, incident support, and collaboration. The ideal candidate should have a technical associates degree, military-technical school, or civilian technical trade school completion, with a focus on Mechanical Engineering or related fields. They should possess comprehensive knowledge of critical infrastructure, HVAC design, and heat transfer. The role offers an opportunity to translate military experience into a civilian career, earn industry qualifications, and gain real-world experience in a cutting-edge technology environment.

Nephrologist

Company: Hackensack Meridian Health

Location: Hackensack, New Jersey

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking experienced nephrologists to join their team at Hackensack University Medical Center in New Jersey. The successful candidates will specialize in Glomerulonephritis, Onconephrology, or Kidney Stone treatment. They will play a critical role in managing complex kidney diseases, and will have opportunities for education, faculty appointment, and a competitive compensation package.

Software Developer

Company: Skyepoint Decisions

Location: Gunnison, CO

Posted Jan 22, 2025

SkyePoint Decisions, a leading Cybersecurity Architecture and Engineering firm, is seeking a Software Developer for a remote position with the Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA). The role involves providing development support for DCAA's custom solutions, maintaining and enhancing web applications, and ensuring all software solutions meet Information Assurance guidelines. The ideal candidate should have 3 years of progressive software development experience with C#, .Net, .Net Core, ASP.Net Core, and SQL, along with 1 year of agile development methodologies experience. They must also possess comprehensive knowledge in Identity and Access Management, and have one of the DoD 8570 IAT Level 2 certifications. SkyePoint offers competitive benefits including health insurance, a certificate incentive program, and a flexible work environment.

Geriatrician

Company: Advocate Health

Location: Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Aurora Health Care, in partnership with the UW School of Medicine and Public Health, is recruiting a geriatrician for a leadership role. The position involves providing consults to hospitalists, specialists, and primary care teams on med surge units using a geriatric practice model. The successful candidate will join a stable, high-quality healthcare system with opportunities for training fellows, residents, and medical students. The compensation package includes a base salary, student loan forgiveness, and a sign-on bonus. Advocate Health, a nationally recognized organization, offers a competitive compensation model, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for scholarly activities. Milwaukee, the location, offers a vibrant lakefront city with cultural attractions and sports. Advocate Health is committed to diversity and inclusion.

Intern, Global Clinical Operations

Company: Biogen

Location: Cambridge, MA

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Biogen is offering a 12-week student role from June-August 2025 in Global Clinical Operations (GCO), a part of R&D. The role involves exposure to the Biotechnology industry, project-based work, and collaboration with team members. The fellowship focuses on advancing health equity and diversity in clinical trials, with potential projects including study feasibility, FDA Clinical Trial Diversity Plans, and community engagement programs. Qualifications include strong analytical skills, biological/medical science knowledge, and excellent communication skills. The role is fully remote and open to graduate students pursuing Masters, MD, or PhD degrees. Biogen values diversity and inclusion, fostering an environment where individual contributions significantly impact the mission of delivering life-changing medicines.

Speech Pathologist

Company: Banner Health

Location: Phoenix, AZ

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Maternal Fetal Medicine - One Hour From NYC

Company: Stamford Health

Location: Stamford, Connecticut

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Stamford Hospital's Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology is recruiting a full-time maternal fetal medicine specialist. The ideal candidate should be passionate about delivering expert, person-centered care in a collaborative environment. Stamford Health, a major teaching affiliate of Columbia University, has recently renovated its Hackett Family Maternity Unit, Women’s Specialty Care Center, and Labor and Delivery Unit. The hospital is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a High Performing Hospital for Maternity. Stamford, ranked by Fortune as one of the 'Top 50 Best Places to Live for Families', offers a blend of urban and suburban living. The role involves inpatient and outpatient medical management, a collegial team environment, and a market-competitive salary with benefits and bonuses.

Frequently Asked Questions

Typical salary ranges by seniority
Entry‑level research fellows usually receive an annual stipend of $45,000–$75,000 plus health insurance. Mid‑level data science fellows or post‑docs earn $70,000–$110,000 and may receive partial tuition coverage. Senior or principal fellows, especially in industry or high‑profile grant programs, can command $100,000–$160,000 plus performance bonuses and intellectual‑property revenue sharing.
Required skills and certifications
Key skills vary by specialty but commonly include: Python, R, SQL, and statistical libraries (pandas, scikit‑learn); ML frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or JAX; cloud platforms like AWS SageMaker, GCP AI Platform, or Azure ML; and version control with Git. Certifications that boost candidacy include TensorFlow Developer Certificate, AWS Certified Machine Learning – Specialty, and Certified Analytics Professional (CAP). For AI fellowships, expertise in NLP (transformers, BERT), reinforcement learning, or computer vision is essential, often supported by coursework such as Stanford CS231n or MIT 6.034.
Remote work availability
Remote availability varies by program. Approximately 70% of fellowship listings allow full remote or hybrid collaboration, especially those hosted by universities or cloud‑based research labs. Industry fellowships at companies like Google, Microsoft, or NVIDIA often require on‑site presence for lab access, but many are transitioning to hybrid models. Applicants should verify remote policies in the job description or contact the program coordinator directly.
Career progression paths
Career paths after a fellowship typically follow: Fellow → Post‑doctoral Fellow → Senior Fellow/Principal Fellow → Lead Research Scientist → Director of Research. In data‑science tracks, a fellow may progress to Data Scientist → Senior Data Scientist → Lead Data Scientist → Chief Data Officer. Timing depends on publication record, grant success, and leadership roles; most fellows advance within 3–5 years of completing their fellowship.
Industry trends for Fellowship
Current trends driving fellowship demand include: AI ethics and responsible AI research, which has spurred fellowships at institutions like MIT Media Lab and IBM Research; interdisciplinary health‑tech fellowships focused on AI for diagnostics, funded by NIH and DARPA; climate‑modeling fellowships leveraging high‑performance computing; and open‑source software fellowships that contribute to platforms such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, and Apache Spark. These trends increase funding opportunities and collaborative networks across academia and industry.

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