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Research Associate

Definition

A postdoctoral appointment usually funded from a principal investigator's grant funds or other sources. A research associateship is normally for a two- or three-year term, up to a maximum of five years, and is normally given to an individual who is within five years of having received the doctorate. Research associates are paid wages as opposed to earning a stipend.

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https://uwmadison.datacookbook.com/institution/terms/185847/versions/219720
Data Domain(s)
Employee Record, Research Administration

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Postdocs at UW-Madison
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This data visualization provides information on the background characteristics of postdocs at UW-Madison, their average time spent in postdoctoral training, and their employment outcomes after leaving their postdoc appointment at UW-Madison. It was developed as part of the Coalition for Next Generation Life Science initiative (CNGLS). UW-Madison is a founding member of the Coalition for Next Generation Life Science, which includes 55 national research universities and schools of medicine. The Coalition seeks to improve transparency related to career prospects and opportunities for life sciences trainees, including both graduate students and postdocs.

Additional Info
Employee Record Graduate School Office of Academic Analysis, Planning, & Assessment Publicly Available 09/19/2023