The scientific swerve: Changing your research focus
Hitting refresh on your research carries risks but also benefits.
Life Sciences
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Five reasons to leave your science bubble
Inspiration—and career opportunities—can come not only from the lab, but from other interests, such as food, dance, theater, and even policy work. -
Navigating technology transfer issues
Thinking of taking your technology from bench to boardroom? Learn how your university's Technology Transfer Office can help. -
New tools for measuring academic performance
Move over, publication lists. A new set of online tools are being used to measure academic performance. -
South China: A rising power in science
Not only does Southern China want to be an export powerhouse—it also wants to be a stronghold for science. And with initiatives in space science, high energy physics, and genomics, it is geared up to do so. -
Foreign-born scientists find a home in China
New measures implemented by the Central Government—increased funding and easing of green card restrictions, among others—are aimed at attracting more non-native researchers to China. -
Top firms bring out creativity, growth in their scientists
This year’s Top Employers cite cutting-edge research, professional development opportunities, and proper work-life balance as the reasons for making the list. -
Wales wants more scientists
Known for its majestic landscape and melodic language, Wales has also become a science powerhouse through funding and hiring initiatives. -
Business principles for basic researchers
Leadership, management, and marketing are not just for CEOs. Researchers could gain a lot from mixing business principles with science. -
New fellowship aims to increase diversity in the life sciences
The Howard Hughes Medical Institute program will support researchers from underrepresented groups for up to 8 years, including postdoc training and early faculty career -
Reviewers rule: Strategies for faculty advancement
It’s a skill not often taught in grad school, but reviewing papers and grant proposals can provide a significant boost in one’s early career. -
Alternatives to professorships in academia
Love academia but not-so-sure about becoming a professor? Fret not, there are plenty of job opportunities other than professorships in higher education. -
Find the best of both worlds in Manchester
Manchester will be on display this year as the host of the 2016 EuroScience Open Forum. And the city has a lot to offer. -
Building a translational medicine powerhouse in China
Translational medicine has received a shot in the arm thanks to recent efforts from China’s central and regional governments. These efforts present many opportunities for researchers to build a career in biomedicine. -
A career in cancer research? Computational skills wanted
In the growing field of precision oncology, researchers with molecular and computational backgrounds are needed more than ever. -
Search results: Careers in high tech
High tech industries—like Google, Facebook, and IBM—offer interesting opportunities for Ph.D.-level scientists and engineers.
