In some disciplines, heavy drinking is part of the culture. That can be a problem
Centralizing alcohol for networking and team building can exclude people and create unhealthy pressure
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Six tips for happy, productive remote working
Working remotely can be great—but also challenging, as these two scientists discovered -
A decade after a fatal lab safety disaster, what have we learned?
There’s been some progress but also continued failings, our columnist writes -
Considering going abroad for work? Recent research can help you weigh the pros and cons
Particularly for European researchers, working internationally is prized—but don’t ignore the potential costs -
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. -
Grad school depression almost took me to the end of the road—but I found a new start
Mental health needs to be a priority, this grad student learned -
‘Apply for our science job!’ A guide to inane job ads
Our columnist breaks down the ridiculousness of most job postings -
Moving internationally was tough—but I ended up finding my inner Wonder Woman
How a postdoc overcame the challenges of working in a new country -
What can we learn from Dartmouth?
In light of the recent lawsuit against Dartmouth College, our columnist reflects on her graduate experience there and possible ways forward -
To develop healthy coping skills during grad school, first I had to hit rock bottom
The pressures of grad school can make it seem like other parts of life don’t matter. They do -
Publication history helps explain racial disparity in NIH funding
New study doesn’t eliminate possibility of bias during review but highlights a possible way to address the funding gap -
Should you set out on your own as an independent consultant?
It can be a welcome alternative for those who prize independence, our columnist writes—but don’t ignore the tradeoffs -
Spurred by sexual misconduct, grad student ‘zine’ documents efforts to improve department culture
Keys included open discussion and working collaboratively -
Why I plan my career in pencil—not pen
After years of making and breaking plans, this grad student has embraced flexibility -
NSF moves to pilot LGBT questions on national workforce surveys
The data could be used to inform diversity initiatives for LGBT scientists and engineers -
To address sexual harassment in science, the past can inform the way forward
History shows how change can be made, our columnist writes -
A social media survival guide for scientists
Our columnists share their tips for social media success -
Meet Octopus, a new vision for scientific publishing
Alexandra Freeman hopes that her prize-winning pitch will help improve research culture -
Semiretirement is treating me well—and it made room for a younger scientist
This professor’s research into faculty hiring was a wake-up call, for him and his institution -
Happy Science-o-ween!
Our columnist’s advice for the perfect science Halloween costume -
Top employers embrace change based on a stable foundation
Innovative. Respectful. Caring. Top biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies from this year’s survey share these traits plus one more: adaptable. -
In my post-Ph.D. career, I’m putting my grad school angst to good use
A job as a university research integrity officer turned out to be the perfect fit -
When you’re the only woman: The challenges for female Ph.D. students in male-dominated cohorts
Without peers of the same gender, female Ph.D. students are less likely to graduate, according to a new study -
What I learned by leaving my comfort zone
This researcher was hesitant to go far from home, but working overseas turned out to be a rewarding experience -
The best way to learn about issues on the career road ahead
There’s no app for it, our columnist writes, but your network can help offer some directions
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