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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.

General Surgeon

Company: Endeavor Health

Location: Naperville, Illinois

Posted Dec 21, 2024

Endeavor Health is seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible General Surgeon to join their fast-growing and thriving surgical practice in Naperville, IL. The position offers competitive compensation, EPIC for EMR, CME, and a comprehensive benefits package. The surgeon will engage in a balanced mix of colorectal and general cases, with an emphasis on colorectal cases.

Obstetrics and Gynecology - Elizabethtown, Richmond, Bardstown, Lexington, and Paducah, KY - Recruiting Incentives up to $200,000

Company: Baptist Health Medical Group

Location: Multiple Locations

Posted Dec 21, 2024

Baptist Health Medical Group is recruiting Obstetrics and Gynecology Physicians for practices in Elizabethtown, Bardstown, Lexington, and Paducah, KY. The positions offer competitive compensation, including up to $200,000 in recruiting incentives. The practices have growing patient populations, guaranteed patient volume on the first day, and excellent core values. The schedules are Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm, with shared on-call and call from home. The facilities are well-equipped with labor and delivery rooms, operating rooms, PACU, mother baby rooms, and NICU. The group is team-oriented and offers comprehensive administrative and operations support.

Associate Clinical Account Specialist - Shreveport, LA - Johnson and Johnson

Company: Johnson & Johnson

Location: Shreveport, LA

Posted Dec 21, 2024

Johnson & Johnson is recruiting for an Associate Clinical Account Specialist (ACAS) position in Shreveport, LA. The role involves providing clinical product and technical assistance to physicians and EP lab staff. The company offers a competitive salary, performance-based bonus, and various employee benefits.

Software Tester

Company: Skyepoint Decisions

Location: Lanham, MD

Posted Dec 21, 2024

SkyePoint Decisions, a leading cybersecurity IT service provider based in Dulles, Virginia, is seeking a Software Tester for a contract with the IRS. The role involves evaluating and verifying software applications, supporting the IRS's tax processing pipeline, and coordinating test activities. The position is remote with required core hours between 7:00 AM and 5:00 PM. Required qualifications include a Bachelor's degree and 6 years of relevant IT and software testing experience, or a Master's/PhD with 4 years of experience. A Moderate Risk Background Investigation (MBI) Public Trust and U.S. citizenship are mandatory. Preferred skills include experience with IBM Mainframe, Unisys Mainframe, DB2, Informatica, Business Objects, and various cloud platforms. SkyePoint offers competitive salaries, benefits, and a flexible work environment.

Outpatient Gastroenterology - Elizabethtown, KY - Recruiting Incentives up to $200,000

Company: Baptist Health Medical Group

Location: Elizabethtown, Kentucky

Posted Dec 21, 2024

Baptist Health Medical Group is recruiting a BC/BE gastroenterologist in Elizabethtown, KY. The position offers competitive compensation, up to $200,000 in recruiting incentives, and a two-year income guarantee. The group consists of 3 physicians, 3 APRNs, and support staff. Baptist Health Hardin, where the physician will work, is a 300-bed regional facility serving over 450,000 residents. Elizabethtown, the location, is the fastest-growing community in Kentucky with low cost of living, good schools, dining, and entertainment options. Ford is building two electric battery plants, creating 5,000 jobs. The new Medical Pavilion, opening in 2024, will provide high-quality clinical care with surgical and procedural suites.

Endocrinology Outpatient Physician

Company: UNC Health Pardee

Location: Asheville, North Carolina

Posted Dec 21, 2024

UNC Health Pardee is offering a full-time employment opportunity for a board-eligible/board-certified Endocrinologist in Western North Carolina. The position involves high-quality, compassionate patient care in a well-established practice with a strong referral base and excellent collaboration within the UNC Health System. The compensation package includes a competitive salary, professional liability insurance, comprehensive benefits, paid time off, CME/dues allowance, and potential relocation assistance or student loan repayment. The location offers a high quality of life with access to natural resources, cultural and educational opportunities, and proximity to urban areas.

Physical Scientist

Company: Department of Commerce - National Institute of Standards and Technology

Location: Gaithersburg, Maryland Gaithersburg, Maryland

Posted Dec 21, 2024

NIST is recruiting a Physical Scientist through direct-hire authority to address a severe shortage. The role requires a degree in physical science, engineering, or mathematics with 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science. Specialized experience is needed for ZP-3 and ZP-4 positions, including academic program management, professional leadership, and technical overviews. NIST offers a comprehensive benefits package and work-life flexibilities.

Physician - Endocrinologist | Crystal Run Healthcare, Optum New York - Middletown, NY

Company: UnitedHealth Group

Location: Middletown, NY

Posted Dec 21, 2024

Crystal Run Healthcare, part of Optum, is inviting an Endocrinologist to join their team in Middletown, NY. Optum supports clinicians with resources, data, and a collaborative environment, focusing on the Quadruple Aim. The Endocrinology Department at Crystal Run is established, patient-centered, and offers growth opportunities. The role involves diagnosing and treating endocrine disorders, with a team-based approach to diabetes care. Benefits include competitive compensation, retirement plans, PTO, and professional development. Required qualifications include fellowship training, New York State medical license, and DEA certificate.

Optometrist

Company: Department of Veterans Affairs - Veterans Health Administration

Location: Salem, Oregon Salem, Oregon

Posted Dec 21, 2024

The text describes a job opening for a Staff Optometrist in Salem, Oregon. The role involves participating in various aspects of the Optometry Section's program, including clinical, administrative, academic, and research components. The optometrist will manage patient care responsibilities and may be required to serve a probationary period. The position requires U.S. citizenship, a degree in optometry from an approved school, and licensure to practice optometry in the U.S. English language proficiency is mandatory. The role is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status. The VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply and offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Chief Physician PD25R018 Maternal and Child Health Bureau

Company: Department of Health and Human Services - Health Resources and Services Administration

Location: Rockville, Maryland Rockville, Maryland

Posted Dec 21, 2024

This job posting is for a position in the Health Resources and Services Administration, Maternal and Child Health Bureau, Office of the Associate Administrator, located in Rockville, MD. The role requires U.S. citizenship, Selective Service registration for males aged 18-25, and PHS Commissioned Corps applicants to submit current personnel orders. Essential qualifications include a medical degree from an accredited school, a one-year internship or residency, an active medical license, and current board certification. The position involves a probationary period and completion of a pre-appointment process. Additional selections may be made across the Department of Health and Human Services.

Senior Cybersecurity Compliance Cloud Analyst

Company: Skyepoint Decisions

Location: Washington, DC

Posted Dec 21, 2024

SkyePoint Decisions, a leading Cybersecurity Architecture and Engineering firm based in Dulles, Virginia, is seeking a Senior Cybersecurity Compliance Cloud Analyst. The role involves protecting sensitive data and complex systems from various threats, working with critical systems like JWICS, SIPR/NIPR, and cloud solutions. Responsibilities include capturing IC Data calls, supporting ISSO/ISSM with A&A requirements, reviewing systems architecture diagrams, and developing cybersecurity risk management recommendations. Required qualifications include 2+ years of cloud experience, 7+ years as a Cyber analyst, DoD Directive 8570 certification, active TS with SCI eligibility, and experience with system ATO for Cloud environments. SkyePoint offers competitive benefits including health insurance, a certificate incentive program, and a flexible work environment.

Senior Virtualization/SAN Engineer

Company: Skyepoint Decisions

Location: Washington, DC

Posted Dec 21, 2024

SkyePoint Decisions, a leading cybersecurity IT service provider, is seeking a Senior Virtualization/SAN Engineer for a proposal effort. The role involves designing, implementing, managing, and troubleshooting virtualization and storage systems. The successful candidate will be a subject matter expert in VMware vCenter, Horizon View, Dell VXRail, and Storage Area Network Configuration. They must possess a DoD Directive 8570, IAT III or IAM III certification, and have an active TS with SCI eligibility. SkyePoint offers competitive salaries, benefits, and a flexible work environment.

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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