Three keys to launching your own lab
In this Letter to Young Scientists, our columnists share their advice for new faculty members
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In the tough academic job market, two principles can help you maximize your chances
Our Letters to Young Scientists columnists explain how to face job market randomness by maximizing signal and minimizing noise -
Struggling with your academic writing? Try these experiments to get the words flowing
Our Letters to Young Scientists columnists offer some ideas for developing good writing habits -
School’s (somewhat) out for summer: Five tips to help academics make the most of the season
In this month’s Letter to Young Scientists, our columnists discuss summer’s rewards and pitfalls for academics -
Three tips for giving a great research talk
In this Letter to Young Scientists, our columnists share advice for communicating your research clearly and compellingly -
Three research-based lessons to improve your mentoring
In this Letter to Young Scientists, our columnists explore the science of the mentor-mentee relationship -
To ace your Ph.D. program interviews, prepare to answer—and ask—these key questions
These 10 questions will help you get an offer and determine whether the program is right for you, our columnists write -
Step back to move forward: Setting new priorities in the new year
This is a great time to consider whether you are on the path that’s right for you, our columnists write -
How to put your best foot forward in faculty job interviews
Advice about job talks and one-on-one and group meetings from our columnists -
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 -
A social media survival guide for scientists
Our columnists share their tips for social media success -
Applying for a Ph.D.? These 10 tips can help you succeed
Our Letters to Young Scientists columnists offer their advice -
Three reminders to help you thrive—not merely survive—in grad school
These tips from our columnist will make handling the inevitable challenges a little easier -
Introducing ‘Letters to Young Scientists,’ a new column from Science Careers
Our new series will offer training and career advice from within academia
