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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 -
Taking a second shot at a Ph.D.
For this researcher, leaving his first Ph.D. program to explore other directions was the right decision -
The keys to a powerful LinkedIn profile
These tips will help you create an effective—and unique—online presence -
My children make me a better scientist
Having children can offer unique career benefits, this scientist writes -
Understanding graduate funding can be taxing
The recent House tax bill spurs our columnist to consider the complexity of graduate student finances -
How a sneaker geek landed his dream job, one step at a time
After falling in love with sneakers as a kid, Geng Luo methodically built his research foundation and network so that he could follow his passion -
New data offer the latest look at Ph.D. training and employment trends
NSF has released its Survey of Earned Doctorates data for 2016 -
For graduate students looking beyond academia, professors can be an unexpected resource
Even though most faculty members don't have experience outside universities, they can still help students who are interested in careers beyond academia -
Fraying ties among academia, industry, and government hurt scientists and science
A convocation of experts held last month highlights the importance of these relationships -
What career items are on your holiday wish list?
Scientists share the career-related gifts they are hoping for this season -
Greek expat academics' initiative aims to reverse the country's brain drain
With few employment options at home, Greek academics are taking matters into their own hands -
Explore the skills that can open career doors after your doctoral training
The skills you develop as a Ph.D. student and those you need for jobs have some overlap, but there are also important gaps -
Four lessons for being a great mentor to undergrads
How a grad student grew into a mentor -
Scientists: What are you thankful for?
In the spirit of Thanksgiving, readers reflect on what they’re grateful for in their careers -
Coming out and standing up for others
Elise Wantling won the Global STEM Service Award at this year’s Out in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics conference -
How writing haiku has made me a better scientist
Seventeen syllables can offer a fresh perspective -
What the heck is an engineer anyway?
The distinction between science and engineering can be puzzling, our columnist writes -
To predict what research will be transformative, a crystal ball might be your best option
Researchers shouldn't necessarily aim for "transformative" when deciding which projects to pursue, a recent study highlights -
I'm an undocumented scientist fighting for my Dream
DACA allowed this grad student to pursue a career in science, but now her future is uncertain -
Link up to jump-start your job search
Part one of the Ph.D. job seeker’s guide to LinkedIn -
Creating career categories for better data collection and transparency
A classification scheme released last month highlights the diversity of jobs that Ph.D. holders go into after receiving their degrees -
I'm your mentor, not your mother
A professor describes how gendered expectations interfere with her role as an adviser -
Consulting on the side can satisfy scientists' appetite for something more
A new startup and existing organizations can help you get started -
A crack in the wall: French scientists explore novel employment model beyond academia
Working as part of a cooperative offers a balance of independence and security
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