The changes to the allocation process for academic foundation jobs in the UK are not expected to address the barriers that prevent clinicians from pursuing research careers. The decision by the UK Foundation Programme Office to implement a preference informed allocation system for all foundation doctors has been met with frustration. The random allocation system may disadvantage motivated and able early career women, as well as individuals from under-represented ethnic groups. Instead of random allocation, interventions such as increasing research opportunities, mentorship programs, and offering bursaries could help widen access to research training and support a community of committed clinician scientists.
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Changes to the UK foundation programme add further challenges for doctors pursuing clinical academic careers
