Planning beyond the pandemic: Faculty career development in the age of COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic threw a curveball to the career plans of many faculty members. Read how some were able to play on.
Physical Sciences
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Daunting but doable: Job searching after a postdoc
The ideal time to launch a career search is on day one of your postdoc. Fear not, here are some tips if it didn’t happen. Plus, is there such a thing as a “postdoc trap”? -
Inclusivity for all: How to make your research group accessible
Crafting a crafting a lab policy towards accessibility for all is an on-going process. It might be time to refresh yours. -
Academic bullying: Desperate for data and solutions
Academic bullying is more pervasive in science than previously thought. Find out what it is and what you can do to help. -
New lab, new adventure: Moving your lab to another country
Moving on with your career may entail moving to another country. Here’s a checklist to survive and thrive. -
A passion for pathways: Careers in diversity and inclusion for STEM postdocs
Want to help yourself as well as fellow scientists? A career in diversity and inclusion just might be a win–win. -
Not just for bots: The changing career landscape in AI
The era of artificial intelligence is upon us. Here are some career pointers to keep up with these smart machines. -
Do I make myself clear? Media training for scientists
Media savviness previously consisted of on-the-job training. Now, more universities and organizations are offering programs to help scientists get their message across to the public. -
Early-career researchers make waves with Science's Breakthrough of the Year
Three scientists describe what it was like to be involved in the discovery and share the career lessons they’ve learned along the way -
The scientific swerve: Changing your research focus
Hitting refresh on your research carries risks but also benefits. -
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. -
Female authors get fewer citations in astronomy
Papers with female first authors receive 10% fewer citations than comparable work published by men, according to a new study -
Minority grad students less likely to submit work for publication
The results, from a survey of UC Berkeley students in the physical sciences and engineering, highlight a stumbling block for diversity and inclusion efforts—but also offer a potential bright spot -
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. -
Making money, with an eye to the sky
Yajaira Sierra-Sastre has spent her career reinventing herself to seize opportunities as they arise and inspire others
