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Next gen PhD : a guide to career paths in science /
An upper-level degree is a prized asset in the eyes of many employers, and nonfaculty careers once considered Plan B are now preferred by the majority of science degree holders. Melanie Sinche profiles science PhDs across a wide range of disciplines who share proven strategies for landing a rewardin...
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London
Harward University Press
2016
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Table of Contents:
- Part I. Getting to know yourself
- Connecting your interests to careers
- But I have no skills and other myths
- Identifying your personal values
- Part II. Getting to know the world of work
- To postdoc or not to postdoc?
- Career options for PhDs in science
- Strategies for exploring careers and building experience
- Networking effectively to uncover opportunities
- Part III. Getting started on your job search
- Crafting your individual development plan
- Assembling your application materials and applying for jobs
- Interviewing and negotiating tactics
- Conclusion: Making a successful transition.