The goal of these links is to provide undergraduates, graduate students, and postdocs with as much information as possible as they prepare to take the next step in a career as a scientist. Some pages cover a specific career stage and others are quite general. All contributions are welcome. See also our page on time management.
Home page of the professional assocation of university faculty and adminstrators. Useful information about academic careers, academic freedom, salaries, tenure policy and other relevant issues.
Their focus is to strengthen the research programs of faculty at predominantly undergraduate institutions, and to promote research by undergraduates in all scientific settings. They are very interested in new faculty mentorship.
A page prepared by Malcolm Campbell of Davidson College that emphasizes designing your Ph.D. program to make you a viable candidate at this large group of institutions (as well as tips for applying and interviewing).
A document by Jonathan Dantzig at the University of Illinois
describing the process of applying and interviewing for
positions in mechanical engineering. Most of the topics covered
are not specific to mechanical engineering. Also available as a PDF document
An article from Frontiers in Ecology recommending a shift from a focus on dissertation research to a broader conception of doctoral education that includes training and mentoring relevant to future careers.
A highly recommended collection of advice, experiences, and opinions from seasoned biomedical investigators and other professionals. Published by the Howard Hughes Medical Institute.
An extremely well developed site covering most aspects of
pursuing careers in math, engineering and sciences. Includes
excellent resources for undergraduate research, choosing and
succeeding in graduate school, and getting a job.
Another very broad site for all science related careers.
Covers all fields and many sub-fields as well as policy,
ethics, and scientific news. A very useful resource for career
and general information.
A site maintained by Science. Links to their job listings as well as other job searching information. NextWave section has an emphasis on scientific career choices for those entering the field when jobs are more limited than in the past. A variety of resources for career alternatives to academia, changing careers, and handling. Some articles from NextWave:
