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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 -
Advice from researchers-turned-career-counselors for their younger selves—and today’s trainees
Three counselors share what they wished they had known -
Making myself visible as a grad student parent
How one researcher is advocating for more support for grad student parents -
Why World Mental Health Day matters for scientists
Conversations about mental health in academia are a step in the right direction -
How I got through my publication drought
During his Ph.D., this postdoc learned more than what his publication record shows -
A suspenseful (fictional) look at women in the lab
Our columnist reviews a new novel that explores the lives of postdocs in a prestigious university lab -
Like virtual reality for careers: A new online resource helps scientists explore job options
Scientists can try their hands at realistic job tasks for a range of professions -
Breaking the silence around mental health
For this grad student, speaking publicly about mental health was scary but worth it -
Applying for a Ph.D.? These 10 tips can help you succeed
Our Letters to Young Scientists columnists offer their advice -
For supporting postdocs, the U.K. is helping to lead the way—but more progress is needed
A new report highlights how things have improved, and the work that is still to be done -
When considering a career change, don't be afraid to seek out new perspectives
Reaching out can help you tackle big decisions, this scientist writes -
Confessions of a former grade grubber
It’s about justice, our columnist writes—sometimes, at least -
Why this postdoc is working to make venomous snake research safer and more inclusive
Talia Moore is receiving an award for her work as part of National Postdoc Appreciation Week -
These books can offer career guidance and inspiration
Nine scientists offer their recommendations for our back-to-school reading list -
Beyond government grants: Widening your funding net
Scientists are becoming more creative with how and where they get their research funding. -
Learning to balance my strengths and vulnerabilities as a leader
For this grad student, participating in an entrepreneurship competition offered valuable lessons in leadership -
Develop your career label so that it works in your favor
During the job search, your experience will be boiled down to a simple label. Make sure yours matches your long-term goals -
How to find the right place for your Ph.D. or postdoc
Researchers share their advice for approaching this important decision
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