Working Life

This professor discussed her daughter’s health complications when she interviewed for faculty positions

This Ph.D. student learned that activities outside the lab are helpful for clearing her mind

This clinical psychologist argues that academics shouldn’t idolize a workaholic lifestyle

This professor’s scientific training didn’t prepare him to teach, so he took steps to educate himself

This Ph.D. student recalibrated her view on ethics after accidentally killing a bird

This Ph.D. student writes that her daughters have benefited from her pursuit of higher education

This professor writes about a memorable Thanksgiving in China

This professor learned that it’s important to find common ground with his students

This Ph.D. student discovered the benefits of novels after shifting his extracurricular reading habits

Two postdocs share tips for getting the most out of poster sessions

Grad students should make time for casual conversations with peers, this Ph.D. student writes

These parents have had a bumpy journey, but they’ve found a way to make their careers and family life work

This industry scientist outlines three strategies that helped him land a job

This Ph.D. student describes her struggle with an eating disorder during grad school

A researcher offers three principles for providing constructive, respectful feedback

Educators need to be sensitive to students’ emotional needs, this instructor writes