Salary negotiations in academic medicine can be challenging. It is especially challenging because no one teaches you how to negotiate well. In this episode, we break down the salary negotiation process. This process highlights a value-based approach and emphasizes strategic steps to secure a salary that is commensurate with your value proposition.

Key Points Discussed:

• The importance of negotiating salary based on the value created, rather than personal worth.
• Preparing for negotiation by understanding national and institutional benchmarks and aligning personal goals with institutional values.
• The significance of asking open-ended questions during negotiation discussions to gather information about the institution's expectations.
• Making a strong case for the requested salary based on objective criteria such as national benchmarks and the expected value contribution.
• Exploring alternative solutions if the desired salary cannot be met, such as additional resources or benefits that align with personal needs.
• The importance of persistence and not accepting a "no" as the final answer.
• Seeking non-monetary compensation to achieve desired outcomes.
• The value of seeking support during negotiations from knowledgeable friends, mentors, or academic negotiation coaches.

Links and Resources Mentioned:

• AAMC Faculty Salary Report 2022: Valuable resource for understanding academic compensation benchmarks.
• ClinicianResearcherPodcast.com: The podcast's official website for more information and resources.
• Academic Negotiation Academy: Information about the Academy for mastering negotiation skills in academia.

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Remember, mastering salary negotiation is a crucial skill for academic clinicians. Tune in to this episode for expert guidance on securing the compensation you deserve.

Dr. Kuchibhatla is a Professor of Biostatistics & Bioinformatics, Professor in Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, and a Senior Fellow in the Center for the Study of Aging and Human Development. Her expertise is in statistical research methodology, analysis of repeated measurements, latent growth curve models, latent class growth models, classification and regression trees, and designing clinical trials. Key points from our conversation are the following:

• Engage statisticians from the outset for effective study design.

• Statisticians enhance studies by transforming existing data into novel insights.

• Statisticians play a vital role in crafting robust grant proposals.

• Establish a continuous partnership with statisticians for ongoing research guidance.

Dr. Kuchibhatla underscores the collaborative synergy between statisticians and clinician researchers. Whether it's optimizing study design, innovating statistical methods, or crafting compelling grant proposals, statisticians like Dr. Kuchibhatla provide invaluable support.Are you ready to unlock the power of negotiation to amplify your research impact? If yes, sign up for Academic Negotiation Academy today: https://www.coagcoach.com/negotiation.

Collaborating with biostatisticians from the outset can greatly enhance research quality and success. In this episode, we share the following insights for finding and working with a statistician:

1. The importance of working with a biostatistician.

2. The need for mutually beneficial collaborations.

3. Why you should include a statistician in developing your research plan.

4. Why you should know what kind of statistical support you need.

5. How to identify where statisticians are available.

6. The importance of pitching your project.

Find these gems and more on today's episode.

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Research collaborations help amplify our scientific voice. However, they also come with challenges and rewards. While collaborations may benefit the larger group, make sure they also advance your own career.

In this episode, we discuss the following insights:

1. Prioritize your progress

2. Lead your own research

3. Commitment counts

4. Balance efforts

5. Seek synergy

And that's just the start! Tune in for an enlightening session.

Are you ready to unlock the power of negotiation to boost your compensation and amplify your research impact? If yes, sign up for Academic Negotiation Academy today: https://www.coagcoach.com/negotiation.

Research always requires funding, even if it's your own time being compensated. As a clinician, time spent on research can take away from revenue-generating clinical work. For this reason, understanding how research is funded within academic medical centers can help you be strategic about finding the right funding opportunities.

Key steps for finding the right grant opportunities are the following:

1. Start with impact.

2. Understand your needs

3. Map out your path

4. Create space for opportunities

5. Commit

Find these gems and more on today's episode.

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There may come a time in your research career when you realize that it's time for a change. That change is the focus of today's episode on the art of the research pivot. We will explore how to pivot effectively and achieve research success on your terms.

In this episode, we'll cover the following things:

1. The pitfalls of success: The real possibility of getting trapped in a field you don't care about.
2. The need to do only hard things that are worthwhile: Choose to do hard tasks that truly matter to you.
3. Have the heart-to-heart: Embrace introspection to discover how you really want to contribute.
4. Commit to your dreams: Your dedication will empower you to overcome obstacles and stay the course.
5. Embrace baby steps: Celebrate every incremental step forward because it represents progress.

By the end of this episode, you will be ready to commit to your research dreams and, if needed, pivot with purpose.

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Imagine a world where clinicians pivot to research careers they truly love – share this episode with fellow clinicians and spread the inspiration!

Dr. Olson began his nursing career in Iowa. He later moved to North Carolina and obtained his PhD from UNC-Chapel Hill. He was an assistant professor at Duke until 2012 when moved to Texas where he later became the first nurse at UT Southwestern to be promoted to full Professor. His research focuses on developing an understanding of how nursing care contributes to patient outcomes following acquired brain injury.

In this episode, Dr. Olson shares many insights, among which are the following:

1. How a literal slap saved his career.
2. Why everyone can succeed in research.
3. Why you should throw away your big ideas and answer the smallest question first.
4. Reasons to diversify your funding sources.
5. Why every study should include a nurse investigator.

Find these gems and more on today's episode.

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Shepherding manuscripts through the publication process can be challenging. You might think your excellent science speaks for itself, but that's not always the case. The process can be both frustrating and lengthy and those rejections can add up.

In this episode, we discuss seven tips for getting your manuscript to publication as follows:

1. Develop a short list of journals.
2. Rank the journals.
3. Submit the manuscript
4. Maintain momentum on other writing projects.
5. Have a plan for rejection.
6. Address reviewer feedback.
7. Celebrate your success.

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Writing a great manuscript is not always about putting words to paper. Some things that can sink a manuscript at first appear trivial. In this episode, we discuss how to see your manuscript through from first writing to submission. Specifically, we discuss the following points:

1. Start with authorship
2. Negotiate authorship with the senior author.
3. Create the detailed manuscript in outline format
4. Send the outline to all co-authors
5. Use the revisions to create the first manuscript draft.
6. Circulate the draft to all co-authors for final edits
7. Submit the manuscript.

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The number one shift that you need to make to succeed in research is to turn from a clinical-only mindset to see yourself as the leader of a research program that will solve an important problem.

Until you make this shift, you may find yourself doing one or more of the following things:

1. Seeing research as a means to an end and not an end in itself.

2. Seeing yourself as a peripheral bit player in research and not as a leader of it.

3. Seeing research as a part time activity that can be done on the side.

Do you want to work with a coach to help you negotiate your academic career more effectively? If yes, look for more information on our website: https://www.clinicianresearcherpodcast.com/