Description
A scientific career is a long and winding or often circuitous journey. Many key factors come together for the journey to go smoothly and produce a positive outcome, however that may be defined individually. This book addresses numerous aspects of the scientific career path, including but not limited to building a strong knowledge base and foundational skills; choosing and applying to advanced degree programs; composing winning research proposals and grants; writing major types of papers and reports; collaborative research programs both with academics and industry; the process of conducting and completing research projects; career advancement; and many more topics. Assists with what and where to study in an undergraduate tenure to choosing the right path in each of the main subsequent crossroads, such as graduate programs, post-doctoral studies, and academia vs. industry. Provides the most up-to-date best practices, techniques, and methodologies in building a scientific career. Includes summaries of alternative scientific careers together. Provides considerations for all critical aspects of major decision points in a scientific career and serves as an important resource for reference throughout the stages of progression. Provides students and researchers at all career stages with insider insights and case studies in a friendly and accessible format.
