Assistantship in Research
Assistants in research are normally expected to devote approximately 20 hours per week to the research activities of the principal investigator with whom they are working. In 2008-09, assistants in research on full appointment for the academic year receive stipends of $21,500 if they have not passed the general examination and $22,500 if they have passed it. This compensation is taxable. The hours worked are arranged by the department but in such a way as to constitute an integral part of the student's training. The student is expected, in addition, to carry on a full program of study.
Less-than-full-time assistantships in research may be offered, and the compensation prorated according to the amount of time devoted to research. This compensation is taxable.