Alternative Careers in Science: Leaving the Ivory Tower
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| Rating | : | 4.61 (909 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0125893752 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 267 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2016-07-03 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Because of her scientific insight, irreverent manner, and ebullient nature, Dr. Cynthia Robbins-Roth, Ph.D., left academia to pursue a science career in the then-emerging biotechnology industry. Her career detoured through business development before her entrepreneurial spirit compelled her to start up her own biotechnology consulting and publishing business, BioVenture. Robbins-Roth is a popular speaker on alternative careers for scientists, as well as a rec
Nicholas J. Delillo said This book changed my working life for the better.. As a recent Biology Ph.D. graduate, I am fortunate to have found this book about 1 year before graduation. I have always enjoyed biology, but my heart was just not in research, poring over the same project and data, day in and day out, 50 hours a week. Biology Ph.D.'s are, unfortunately, trained with tunnel vision in terms of career development. You are lead down a research path, and graduation represents a fork in the road: You can choose a life of academia following your manda. All Graduate Students Should Own this Book A large number of students (and postdocs?) within the sciences are not overly happy with research as a career, but say wistfully; "What else could I do?"Well, there are TWENTY THREE 'alternative' careers in here, written by people who have made the transition. Each job is described in terms of information about how to make the transition, what a typical day is like, and honest assessments of positives and negatives of each career. There's also recommendations for how to position. A Customer said All in all, a good reference. All in all, this book is a valuable reference for those pursuing biology and NOT intending to get an MD or to slave away for minimal pay at an academic lab bench. The "All in all, a good reference" according to A Customer. All in all, this book is a valuable reference for those pursuing biology and NOT intending to get an MD or to slave away for minimal pay at an academic lab bench. The 2All in all, a good reference All in all, this book is a valuable reference for those pursuing biology and NOT intending to get an MD or to slave away for minimal pay at an academic lab bench. The 23 stories presented in this book are clear, concise, and candid. It's very refreshing to know that there really is an answer to the question, "If you're not pre-med, what are you going to do with a biology degree?" My only complaint is that all of the people who discuss their careers in the book already have advan. stories presented in this book are clear, concise, and candid. It's very refreshing to know that there really is an answer to the question, "If you're not pre-med, what are you going to do with a biology degree?" My only complaint is that all of the people who discuss their careers in the book already have advan. All in all, a good reference All in all, this book is a valuable reference for those pursuing biology and NOT intending to get an MD or to slave away for minimal pay at an academic lab bench. The 23 stories presented in this book are clear, concise, and candid. It's very refreshing to know that there really is an answer to the question, "If you're not pre-med, what are you going to do with a biology degree?" My only complaint is that all of the people who discuss their careers in the book already have advan. stories presented in this book are clear, concise, and candid. It's very refreshing to know that there really is an answer to the question, "If you're not pre-med, what are you going to do with a biology degree?" My only complaint is that all of the people who discuss their careers in the book already have advan
If you've been dreaming of another career, now's the time to start turning that dream into reality-and this book can help."--ASSOCIATION FOR WOMEN GEOSCIENTISTS newsletter . And to top it off, the book has a great index at the back."--Peter Fiske in SCIENCE'S NEXT WAVE"Alternative Careers is essential reading, not only for young scientists but also for their mentors and advisors responsible for influencing career options. I certainly would have benefited from such advice when I was a graduate student."--JALEH DAIE, Ph.D., Professor at UW-Madison and President of AWIS"What makes this book so refreshing is that it presents the ACTUAL VOICES of real scientists who have found fulfilling and challenging careers outside of research science. Their advice is candid, often witty,
Each chapter covers a different career track and includes the basic job description, qualifications, responsibilities, and what career opportunities stem from each position. Key Features* Illustrates a typical day's scenario* Explains what career opportunities stem from a position* Describes the basic job, qualifications, responsibilities, and expectations * Covers how long to expect to be in a training phase* Shows existing steps in the promotion ladder and salary ranges* Presents a different career track in each chapter* Allows scientists to compare career opportunities. It also contains important information regarding career expectations and salary potential.This book will allow scientists to