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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.

Orthopedic Joint Reconstruction Surgeon

Company: Essentia Health

Location: Fargo, North Dakota

Posted Jan 20, 2025

This is an excellent opportunity to join a fellowship-trained Joint Reconstruction Surgeon team within a stable, clinician-led organization. The position offers a growing and established team, strong hospital support, and a Level II Trauma Center. The clinic schedule is weekday-based with dedicated block time. Essentia Health provides excellent device support, a growing referral base, and MSK fellowship-trained radiologists. Fargo, North Dakota, is ranked highly for businesses, careers, and family-friendliness.

$50K Sign On Bonus for Spine-Focused Neurosurgeon at Level II Trauma Center - Work/Life Balance!

Company: UPMC Northwest PA and NY

Location: Erie, Pennsylvania

Posted Jan 20, 2025

UPMC Hamot, a Level II trauma center and Comprehensive Stroke Center in Erie, Pennsylvania, is seeking skilled spine-focused neurosurgeons. The position offers a diverse caseload, competitive compensation, and a chance to be part of a world-class team. Erie, the destination, boasts a high quality of life, outdoor activities, cultural hubs, and excellent educational institutions. The ideal candidate should be fellowship trained, BC/BE in Neurological Surgery, and have excellent interpersonal skills.

Chief of Endourology UCSF Health

Company: University of California- San Francisco

Location: San Francisco, California

Posted Jan 20, 2025

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) Department of Urology is recruiting for a new Chief of Endourology. The successful candidate will lead the clinical, educational, and research missions for the Endourology Division, overseeing GME and UME activities, and acting as a steward for the Department's financial resources. The ideal candidate will have an outstanding research track record, demonstrated skills in collaborative teamwork and leadership, and experience working with and supervising residents and medical students. The position offers a competitive salary range, with guaranteed annual salary ranges from $184,700 to $393,200 for the Chief of Endourology, and potentially higher for associate and full professors.

Physician Hospitalist

Company: Geisinger

Location: Jersey Shore, Pennsylvania

Posted Jan 20, 2025

Geisinger Jersey Shore Hospital is recruiting a board-certified/board-eligible Internal Medicine physician for the Hospital Medicine department in Jersey Shore, PA. The role involves patient interviews, diagnosis, treatment planning, and record maintenance. The hospital, a Level IV trauma center, offers advanced medical technology and opportunities for research, teaching, and quality improvement. Benefits include a competitive compensation package, malpractice coverage, sign-on bonuses, loan repayment, relocation assistance, and a collaborative work environment. Geisinger values diversity and inclusivity.

Emergency Medicine Physicians

Company: St. Luke’s University Health Network

Location: Allentown, Pennsylvania

Posted Jan 20, 2025

St. Luke's University Health Network is offering Emergency Medicine Physician positions at multiple campuses with attractive compensation and benefits. The network is a top-ranked health system with opportunities for teaching and research.

Oculoplastic Opthalmologists

Company: St. Luke’s University Health Network

Location: Bethlehem, Pennsylvania

Posted Jan 20, 2025

St. Luke’s University Health Network (SLUHN) is recruiting BC/BE Ophthalmologists fellowship-trained in Oculoplastic/Orbit. Successful candidates will join a dedicated community of faculty, colleagues, and students at the Temple/St. Luke’s School of Medicine. Duties include clinical care, teaching, supervision of trainees, scholarly activities, and potentially contributing to the development of the Division of Oculoplastic within the new Department of Ophthalmology. SLUHN values innovation, work-life balance, and offers an exceptional compensation package, rich benefits, and opportunities for teaching, research, and career growth.

Mohs Surgeon

Company: U.S. Dermatology Partners

Location: Tyler, Texas

Posted Jan 20, 2025

U.S. Dermatology Partners is recruiting a Board-Certified Dermatologist and Fellowship-Trained Mohs Surgeon for their premier practice in Tyler, Texas. The successful candidate will assume a departing physician's volume and enjoy benefits like a strong referral base, operational support, and state-of-the-art facilities. The group is one of the largest in the U.S., serving over 1.5 million patients annually. Physicians benefit from autonomy, a collegial team, and a comprehensive benefits package including a 401K, deferred compensation plan, and marketing support.

Chief of Maternal Fetal Medicine

Company: Baystate Health

Location: Springfield, Massachusetts

Posted Jan 20, 2025

Baystate Health, the major academic and tertiary care provider in western Massachusetts, is seeking a Chief of Maternal Fetal Medicine. The role involves leading the MFM Division, collaborating with UMass Chan – Baystate, and focusing on high-quality patient care. Academically, the position includes teaching, mentoring, and supporting a newly approved MFM fellowship. Baystate Medical Center, with 4,300 deliveries annually, offers a high-volume, state-of-the-art Perinatal Diagnostic Center and strong multidisciplinary collaboration. Benefits include competitive compensation, flexible schedule, and wellbeing programs.

Pennsylvania Health System Seeking Vascular Surgery Chief

Company: Jackson Physician Search

Location: Pennsylvania

Posted Jan 20, 2025

Make an impact as Regional Chief of Vascular Surgery at a leading integrated health system. Enjoy leadership opportunities, big rewards without big risks, and a director stipend plus guaranteed salary. The position offers 8+ weeks PTO, a dedicated state-of-the-art endovascular suite, and various benefits like fellowship stipend, relocation, and loan repayment.

Critical Care Program Medical Director

Company: Sound Physicians

Location: Lufkin, Texas

Posted Jan 20, 2025

The text describes a job opportunity for a Program Medical Director in Lufkin, Texas. The role involves managing complex cases in a 24-bed ICU, providing onsite intensivist coverage, and working closely with a multidisciplinary team. The position offers flexible scheduling, competitive compensation, and a comprehensive benefits package. The employer emphasizes a commitment to patient-first care, community involvement, and professional growth. Lufkin, the location, is described as a diverse community with numerous recreational activities, and is conveniently located near major cities.

OBGYN Hospitalist

Company: Lehigh Valley Hospital

Location: Allentown, Pennsylvania

Posted Jan 20, 2025

LVPG OB/GYN is seeking hospitalists for per diem, part-time, and full-time positions across multiple practices in southeastern Pennsylvania. The role involves working with midwives, general ob/gyn physicians, and maternal-fetal medicine specialists at their largest network maternity hospital, which supports over 3000 births annually. The hospitalists serve as primary teaching faculty for ob/gyn residents and medical students, and manage high-risk patients. Newborn services include a Level IV NICU. Opportunities exist for participation in education, clinical research, quality and patient safety, and healthcare administration. LVHN offers a generous Total Rewards package, including low-cost health insurance, loan forgiveness assistance, starting bonus, resident and fellow educational stipends, malpractice insurance with tail coverage, CME time and allowance, and relocation assistance. Qualifications include being board eligible or board certified, having a current PA Medical License, and ideally 3-5 years of clinical experience in obstetrics.

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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