Alternative Careers In Science

Author : Cynthia Robbins-Roth
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 314 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2011-04-28
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780080454986

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Many science students find themselves in the midst of graduate school or sitting at a lab bench, and realize that they hate lab work! Even worse is realizing that they may love science, but science (at least academic science) is not providing many job opportunities these days. What's a poor researcher to do !?This book gives first-hand descriptions of the evolution of a band of hardy scientists out of the lab and into just about every career you can imagine. Researchers from every branch of science found their way into finance, public relations, consulting, business development, journalism, and more - and thrived there! Each author tells their personal story, including descriptions of their career path, a typical day, where to find information on their job, opportunities to career growth, and more. This is a must-read for every science major, and everyone who is looking for a way to break out of their career rut. * An insider's look at the wide range of job opportunities for scientists yearning to leave the lab* First-person stories from researchers who successfully made the leap from science into finance, journalism, law, public policy, and more.* Tips on how to track down and get that job in a new industry* Typical day scenarios for each career track* List of resources (websites, associations, etc.) to help you in your search* Completely revised, this latest edition includes six entirely new chapters

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:997440098

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Author : Christopher Avery,Brian J. Walker
Publisher : American Chemical Society
Page : 142 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2020-06-30
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780841299023

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Alternative Careers in Science by Christopher Avery,Brian J. Walker Pdf

This book emerged from shared interests and conversations over many years between former Ph.D. chemists, now leaders in science policy and industry who all share a commitment to public service. While the training of Ph.D. chemists is generally targeted at a research career, the opportunities that lie beyond the degree are much more diverse. Nine Ph.D. chemists who chose careers outside of academia describe their career choices and reflect on advice they have looking back on their career path for those just starting theirs. If the stories in these pages speak to you: Welcome to the family.

Author : Karen Young Kreeger
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 280 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781560326700

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Guide to Nontraditional Careers in Science by Karen Young Kreeger Pdf

First Published in 1999. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.

Author : Jasna Markovac
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 324 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2024-05-19
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9783031506949

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Life Science Careers by Jasna Markovac Pdf

Author : National Research Council,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Commission on Life Sciences,Committee on Dimensions, Causes, and Implications of Recent Trends in Careers of Life Scientists
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 197 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 1998-10-03
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9780309061803

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Trends in the Early Careers of Life Scientists by National Research Council,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Commission on Life Sciences,Committee on Dimensions, Causes, and Implications of Recent Trends in Careers of Life Scientists Pdf

In each year between 1994 and 1996, more than 7,000 individuals received a Ph.D. in life-science, and the number of graduates is rising sharply. If present trends continue, about half of those graduates will have found permanent positions as independent researchers within ten years after graduation. These statisticsâ€"and the labor market situation they reflectâ€"can be viewed either positively or negatively depending on whether one is a young scientist seeking a career or an established investigator whose productivity depends on the labor provided by an abundant number of graduate students. This book examines the data concerning the production of doctorates in life-science and the changes in the kinds of positions graduates have obtained. It discusses the impact of those changes and suggests ways to deal with the challenges of supply versus demand for life-science Ph.D. graduates. Trends in the Early Careers of Life Scientists will serve as an information resource for young scientists deciding on career paths and as a basis for discussion by educators and policymakers as they examine the current system of education linked to research and decide if changes in that system are needed.

Author : Peter S. Fiske
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 198 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2001-01-09
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780875902951

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Put Your Science to Work by Peter S. Fiske Pdf

Published by the American Geophysical Union as part of the Special Publications Series. Whether you are a science undergraduate or graduate student, post-doc or senior scientist, you need practical career development advice. Put Your Science to Work: The Take-Charge Career Guide for Scientists can help you explore all your options and develop dynamite strategies for landing the job of your dreams. Completely revised and updated from the best-selling To Boldly Go: A Practical Career Guide for Scientists, this second edition offers expert help from networking to negotiating a job offer. This is the book you need to start moving your career in the right direction.

Author : Ellis Mount
Publisher : Washington, D.C. : Special Libraries Association
Page : 290 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 1993
Category : Education
ISBN : UOM:39015029550053

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Opening New Doors by Ellis Mount Pdf

Author : Robert Jean-Pierre Hauck,James P. McGregor
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 124 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 1984
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : IND:39000000720339

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Alternative Careers for Political Scientists by Robert Jean-Pierre Hauck,James P. McGregor Pdf

Author : Richard Milton
Publisher : Inner Traditions / Bear & Co
Page : 276 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 1996-05
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 0892816317

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Alternative Science by Richard Milton Pdf

This tour of the scientific frontier makes a strong case that the alternative science of today will be the hard science of the future.

Author : Fred Szabo
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 268 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2004-05-04
Category : Mathematics
ISBN : 0080524249

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Actuaries' Survival Guide by Fred Szabo Pdf

This unique book is a guide for students and graduates of mathematics, statistics, economics, finance, and other number-based disciplines contemplating a career in actuarial science. Given the comprehensive range of the cases that are analyzed in the book, the Actuaries' Survival Guide can serve as a companion to existing study material for all courses designed to prepare students for actuarial examinations. * Based on the curricula and examinations of the Society of Actuaries (SOA) and the Casualty Actuarial Society (CAS) * Presents an overview of career options and details on employment in different industries * Provides a link between theory and practice; helps readers gain the qualitative and quantitative skills and knowledge required to succeed in actuarial exams * Includes insights from over 50 actuaries and actuarial students * Written by Fred Szabo, who has directed the actuarial co-op program at Concordia University for over ten years

Author : David J. Bennett,Richard C. Jennings
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 372 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2017
Category : Science
ISBN : 1108150160

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Successful Careers Beyond the Lab by David J. Bennett,Richard C. Jennings Pdf

There is a major demand for people with scientific training in a wide range of professions based on and maintaining relations with science. However, there is a lack of good first-hand information about alternative career paths to research. From entrepreneurship, industry and the media to government, public relations, activism and teaching, this is a readable guide to science based skills, lifestyles and career paths. The ever-narrowing pyramid of opportunities within an academic career structure, or the prospect of a life in the laboratory losing its attraction, mean that many who trained in science and engineering now look for alternative careers. Thirty role models who began by studying many different disciplines give personal guidance for graduates, postgraduates and early-career scientists in the life sciences, physical sciences and engineering. This book is an entertaining resource for ideas about, and directions into, the many fields which they may not be aware of or may not have considered.

Author : Lisa M. Balbes
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 0195183673

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Nontraditional Careers for Chemists by Lisa M. Balbes Pdf

"Contrary to what some people think, an education and background in chemistry prepares you for much more than just a laboratory career. The broad science education, logical and analytical thinking, research methods, and other professional skills are of value to a wide variety of employers, and are essential for a plethora of positions. In addition, those who are interested in chemistry tend to have some similar personality characteristics, which lead to success in certain types of positions. Realizing these two things opens up a world of possibilities for the professional chemist, and allows the selection of a career path that truly is the best fit for your own personal skills, abilities, and interests.""Each chapter in this book provides background information on a nontraditional field and a variety of positions within that field, including typical tasks, education or training requirements, and personal characteristics that contribute to a successful career. Each chapter also contains detailed profiles of several chemists who have achieved success and personal satisfaction in various types of positions in that field. These interesting and varied career histories explain how these chemists got where they are, details what motivates them, and gives advice for others considering the same path, in both the short and long term.""Specific career fields profiled include communication, chemical information, patents, sales and marketing, business development, regulatory affairs, public policy, safety, human resources, and computers, among others. Along the way you will learn how to seek out and evaluate new career options, so even if none of the careers profiled is right for you, you can continue the exploration on your own until you find the one that is."--Back cover.

Author : Peter S. Fiske
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 198 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2013-06-13
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781118764411

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Put Your Science to Work by Peter S. Fiske Pdf

Published by the American Geophysical Union as part of the Special Publications Series. Whether you are a science undergraduate or graduate student, post-doc or senior scientist, you need practical career development advice. Put Your Science to Work: The Take-Charge Career Guide for Scientists can help you explore all your options and develop dynamite strategies for landing the job of your dreams. Completely revised and updated from the best-selling To Boldly Go: A Practical Career Guide for Scientists, this second edition offers expert help from networking to negotiating a job offer. This is the book you need to start moving your career in the right direction.

Author : Christy L. Ludlow,Raymond D. Kent
Publisher : Plural Publishing
Page : 225 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2010-09-01
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781597565912

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Building a Research Career by Christy L. Ludlow,Raymond D. Kent Pdf