Securing a faculty position: a practical guide for residents, fellows, junior faculty, and their mentors.

Applying for a faculty position can appear to be a daunting project for many residents, fellows, and junior faculty due, in large part, to the lack of readily available information on the process of interviewing and negotiating for faculty appointment in academic medicine. Although this process may seem mystifying to first-time applicants, it has a structure. This article discusses the framework of the application process and recommends an action plan from initial contact to acceptance of an offer. Each step of the process is discussed. Guidelines are provided to assist applicants and their mentors to successfully manage these important steps.