What is a Research Fellow?
The Dana-Farber definition of a research fellow (or postdoc) is based upon the common elements of the definitions of FASEB, AAU and Sigma Xi. A Dana-Farber postdoctoral fellow or research fellow: has been awarded a Ph.D. or equivalent terminal postgraduate degree* in an appropriate field has a Harvard University academic appointment that is temporary (not intended to exceed five years) substantially full-time research** or scholarship viewed as preparatory to a full-time research or academic career works under the supervision of a faculty member at Dana-Farber is expected to publish the results of his/her work performed during the period of the appointment. This definition applies to individuals whose primary appointment is at Dana-Farber, including individuals with the current titles of research fellow, research associate, stipend research fellow or unfunded research fellow, irrespective of funding source. It does not apply to individuals who have Dana-Farber campus privileges but hav
A research fellow is someone with a graduate degree, typically a doctoral degree, who performs academic research. Research fellows are treated differently around the world, depending on cultural and academic norms. In some cases, the position is essentially permanent, with some possibility for rising in the ranks, while in other instances, people employed in these positions can only expect temporary terms of employment. Research fellows are sometimes known as post-docs, because they are doing post-doctoral research. Their work is dedicated solely to research, with no teaching or need to participate in the politics of the institutions they work for, although research fellows who are interested in advancement and research careers often take care to monitor trends in the academic world. While research fellows can opt to teach, this is rare. By being able to dedicate all of their time to research, research fellows can often achieve advancements and accomplishments in their fields. They can
Girton’s Research Fellows are at the post-doctoral stage in their careers. The fellowship gives them funding for three years to pursue their interests in depth. They work on their own without supervision and are therefore expected to be highly motivated and self-directing. They may take on a certain amount of teaching but are not required to do so. These favourable conditions for pure research normally result in publications that are highly innovative and thorough, and usually lead on to rewarding academic posts in higher education. As well as a salary and expenses, the Research Fellows have dining rights and the option of living in college accommodation. They have many further opportunities to participate in the life of the college. They mix regularly at social occasions with teaching fellows and graduate students. They sit by right on the Governing Body and may be invited to serve on a variety of committees dealing with college business.In addition they organise informal evening meet
The Undergraduate Research Scholars Program (URS) is dedicated to helping first- and second-year undergraduates get hands-on experience in research or other creative endeavors by working with UW faculty and research staff. The Program also provides an opportunity for upper-class undergraduates to develop strong leadership skills by serving as Undergraduate Research Fellows. Each Fellow is assigned approximately 15 URS Scholars with whom they will meet regularly in small groups and individually. In addition to small group sessions, Fellows are required to attend a weekly staff meeting. The URS program provides substantial training and support during a week-long training module in the summer as well as regular staff meetings. This position provides a $1,100 honorarium per semester in recognition of sustained effort and commitment. PLEASE NOTE: All Fellows are required to register for a 2-credit seminar – Inter-LS 315: Paradigms and Process in Academic Inquiry during the Fall semester .
