Secrets of Success

Dr Philip J Smith, BMedSci BMBS MSc MRCP,Specialist Registrar in Gastroenterology, MRC Clinical Research Training Fellow, University College London, London, UKDr Sukhjinder Nijjer BSc MB ChB MRCPSpecialist Registrar and Academic Clinical Fellow in Cardiology, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, London, UKDr Jasdeep Gill MB ChB DRCOG DFSRHGeneral Practice Speciality Trainee, London Deanery, London, UKDr Jeremy Levy MA PhD FHEA FRCPHead of London School of Medicine, Reader in Renal Medicine and Medical Education, Imperial College London, London, UK

Getting into Academic Medicine provides a comprehensive yet accessible guide for all doctors who are training to gain postgraduate qualifications and further their academic career. It explains what an academic career involves from diploma and masters courses through to completing a PhD and holding professional positions.*How to prepare the ideal successful application so that you stand out in the crowd*Routes and options available so that you can decide which path to take*Mentorship guidance to steer you through possible career pathways*Practical advice, hints, tips, pearls of wisdom to help succeed in a competitive landscape*Specific, relevant examples will help you avoid common pitfallsInspirational and encouraging this text presents an essential survival guide preparing the candidate with background knowledge and critical advice on the dos and don'ts of obtaining an academic post.

Introduction to academic medicine: Introduction to academic medicine. Pathways into academic medicine. Routes into academic medicine: The ACF, CL and alternative routes. Research in surgical training. Academic curriculum vitae. Academic application and interview. Academic qualifications: Higher degrees, diplomas and certificates. The PhD. Funding. Insight into an academic's life: Ethics and research. Publications and presentations. Research abroad. Common academic pitfalls. The future and the exit points in academic medicine: Opportunities in academic medicine after completion of clinical training. Leaving academic medicine.