UMSOM Scholar Fellow Processes

• UMSOM Scholar Fellow Titles Explained
• Appointment Process
• Reappointment Process
• Title Change Process (title changes after being appointed as research fellow)
• Leave of Absence Without Pay Process
• Fellow Appointment Checklist
• J-1 Timeline
• Fellow Transfer Letter Template
• Fellows Salary Increase Template
• Fellow Non-Renewal Template (rev. 10-23-25)
• Fellow Termination Due to Funding – Request Form

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UMSOM Scholar Fellow Policy
The University of Maryland School of Medicine Scholar Fellow Policy was implemented in March 2025.

Office of Postdoctoral Scholars (OPS)
OPS offers many resources for UMSOM Scholar Fellows.

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