Securing Your First Faculty Position: A Guide for Residents and Fellows

Authors

Douglas Char, MD; Cassandra Bradby, MD; Deborah Diercks, MD, MSc, MBA; Rebecca Gorz, DO; Megan Rivera, MD; and Annabella Salvador-Kelly, MD, on behalf of the SAEM Faculty Development Committee.

Toolkit Overview

Securing a faculty position in emergency medicine (EM) is a major milestone in your career journey. Stepping into your first attending position is a remarkable achievement and a thrilling moment. However, for many, the job search process evokes feelings of fear and anxiety. This toolkit serves as a guiding reference to help you secure a fulfilling position. Job searching can be a daunting task, but within this toolkit we break down the process into manageable, easy-to-follow steps.

Chapters

Setting the Stage

Preparing for the Job Search

The Job Interview Process

Setting the Stage for Career Success

Summary