Careers Articles

Spurred by the pandemic and a colleague’s sudden death, these scientists are making contingency plans

Supportive mentors were key, this scientist writes

Grad schools need to see beyond standardized tests, this researcher argues

Conacyt faces at least 145 wrongful termination lawsuits

Our Experimental Error columnist offers his version of the new statement some employers are inviting

For this postdoc, caring colleagues and firm personal priorities were key

New study highlights the challenges of reporting academic abuse—and the need for more oversight

Practical advice helped this international scientist figure out her post-Ph.D. direction

For this researcher, publishing her name as she wants presents some challenges—but it’s worth it

As U.S. pandemic subsides, societies are exploring their options

This professor writes about the power of being vulnerable with students

Researchers from a variety of disciplines and career stages share their experiences

Driving senior citizens in his new community transformed this international student’s perspective

“Choosing your own path takes determination and resilience, but you don’t have to do it alone,” this grad student writes

Organizing an event? You might as well put in at least a little effort, our Experimental Error columnist writes

“We are all stronger if we authentically share and connect with one another,” this grad student writes

It may seem taboo, but it’s important for making informed decisions, our columnist advises in this Career Fable

Now expecting her third child, this professor’s previous experience is helping her strategically prepare for her leave

New study highlights a pitfall of overly specialized language

Faculty are 25 times more likely to have a parent with a Ph.D. than the general population

With his partner reluctant to move, this scientist began to explore nonacademic career options

The answer is more complicated than you might expect, our Experimental Error columnist writes

Those who have been through it share their recommendations—and note pitfalls to avoid

Institutional support not enough, many say

This researcher shares four strategies she employed