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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.

Radiation Oncology, Resident Pathway

Company: UnitedHealth Group

Location: Las Vegas, NV

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Optum NV is recruiting a Physician Resident for a temporary role intended for final year residents. The role offers an adjusted annual salary, exposure to Optum's radiation oncology team, and potential for full-time employment post-residency. OptumCare Nevada, a large multi-specialty practice, provides comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth. The position is based in Las Vegas, NV, with remote work flexibility.

Surgical Oncologist

Company: Catholic Health

Location: West Islip, New York

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Catholic Health is recruiting a Surgical Oncologist for The Cancer Institute at Good Samaritan University Hospital in West Islip, New York. The ideal candidate should be board-certified in General Surgery and Surgical Oncology, with fellowship training preferred. The role involves managing inpatient and outpatient cancer patients, collaborating with other specialties, and potentially taking on an administrative leadership role. Catholic Health offers a competitive salary, a dynamic work environment, and a comprehensive benefits package. The health system, which includes 6 hospitals and other facilities, was named a Top Workplace in 2018.

RHEUMATOLOGISTS (Multiple openings)

Company: UPMC

Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Posted Jan 22, 2025

University of Pittsburgh Physicians is recruiting Rheumatologists for Pittsburgh, PA. The role involves diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide range of conditions, including inflammatory disorders, connective tissue diseases, and autoimmune diseases. Requirements include a Medical degree, completion of residency in Internal Medicine, fellowship in Rheumatology, board certification or eligibility in Internal Medicine and Rheumatology, and a valid PA medical license. Interested candidates should apply via the provided link.

Clinical Testing Neuropsychologist - Lakewood, NJ

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Location: Lakewood, NJ

Posted Jan 22, 2025

LifeStance Health, a rapidly expanding behavioral health practice, is seeking full-time Adult Neuropsychologists for outpatient locations in New Jersey. The company offers flexible hours, telemedicine options, competitive compensation, and a comprehensive benefits package. They value a collegial work environment, modern offices, and strong work-life balance. The ideal candidate should have a doctoral degree from an APA-accredited program, a 2-year fellowship in neuropsychology, and be board eligible or certified. They should also be licensed in New Jersey.

Ophthalmologist - Optum NY

Company: UnitedHealth Group

Location: Lake Success, NY

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Optum NY is recruiting an Ophthalmologist for a position in Lake Success, NY. The role offers a collaborative environment, team-based care, and access to advanced resources. The practice focuses on comprehensive ophthalmology, including cataract surgery, diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma, and more. Optum provides a competitive compensation model, robust benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. The position is part of a large, interdisciplinary care team serving nearly 2 million patients across New York, New Jersey, and Southern Connecticut.

Clinical Testing Neuropsychologist (PhD, PsyD) - Sweetwater, TN

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Location: Maryville, TN

Posted Jan 22, 2025

LifeStance Health, a rapidly growing behavioral health practice, is seeking a dedicated Neuropsychologist. The role involves providing comprehensive mental healthcare services, including testing, assessment, and treatment planning. The company offers a supportive work environment, flexible schedules, competitive compensation, and a full benefits package. The ideal candidate will have a doctoral degree in psychology, a 2-year neuropsychology fellowship, and be licensed or license-eligible in Tennessee.

Clinical Testing Neuropsychologist (PhD, PsyD) - White Pine, TN

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Location: Morristown, TN

Posted Jan 22, 2025

LifeStance Health, a rapidly growing behavioral health practice, is seeking a dedicated Neuropsychologist. The role involves providing comprehensive mental healthcare services, including testing, assessment, and treatment planning. The company offers a supportive work environment, flexible schedules, competitive compensation, and a full benefits package. The ideal candidate will have a doctoral degree in psychology, a 2-year neuropsychology fellowship, and be licensed or license-eligible in Tennessee.

Family Medicine Surgical Obstetrics | 650K First Year Package | West Texas

Company: Jackson Physician Search

Location: Texas

Posted Jan 22, 2025

A Texas critical access hospital is offering a Family Medicine - Obstetrics position to a qualified FMOB physician. The role involves joining a stable team of 3 FMOB physicians and 2 APPs, providing comprehensive family medicine services including surgical OB. The new clinic offers mentorship opportunities and a lucrative salary with potential earnings up to $450,000+. The community boasts a lower cost of living, excellent schools, and recreational activities like hunting, fishing, hiking, and golfing. A recruitment incentive bonus of $200,000 includes sign-on, student loan, and training stipends.

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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