Letters to Young Scientists @scicareersltys
We are a team of social scientists who write a monthly column for @ScienceMagazine/@ScienceCareers on issues early career scientists face. Join the discussion! sciencemag.org/tags/letters-y… In the lab Joined August 2018-
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"Almost nothing that we do as scientists is the product of complete independence...Yet...scientists are continually evaluated on their so-called independence...In this column, we offer guidance [on navigating this paradox]." science.org/content/articl…
"The reality is that many of the issues early-career researchers face are systemic...We need leaders to step up and work with young scientists on improving conditions in our collective system." science.org/content/articl…
"The future of science should be one in which we all feel supported to embrace the multitude of identities that live within us." science.org/content/articl…
This month we discuss giving, and receiving, criticism in science. sciencemag.org/careers/2021/0…
This month guest columnist Dr. Esther Choo (@choo_ek) joined us to share lessons learned from communicating about science during the pandemic. sciencemag.org/careers/2021/0…
"Over time, a propensity to say yes to everything can lead to burnout, mental and physical health problems, and an ironic lack of bandwidth to say yes when more valuable opportunities arise." This month we share strategies for saying "No" sciencemag.org/careers/2021/0…
"We all have a responsibility to create and maintain a healthy and supportive scientific ecosystem. Here, we break down advice for trainees...and...faculty to play a role in changing their own mentoring and improving the culture of scientific training." sciencemag.org/careers/2020/1…
"Many of the problems we discuss aren’t new—in fact, they’ve been voiced for decades—but that doesn’t mean solutions will elude us. It is only with continued work and awareness that we will progress toward equality." sciencemag.org/careers/2020/1…
"All of this can feel incredibly overwhelming. That’s why we feel strongly that the scientific community needs to take a step back, once again, and recalibrate our expectations during the COVID-19 pandemic." sciencemag.org/careers/2020/0…
"It’s easy to forget about the 'long view' when there is constant pressure to produce. So, in this column, we’re going to focus on the type of long-term thinking that advances science." sciencemag.org/careers/2020/0…
"Under normal circumstances, I try to write columns that are optimistic and uplifting...But, dear readers, these are not normal times, and so this will not be a normal column." sciencemag.org/careers/2020/0…
"This is a difficult time, but it can be made better if we care for one another and do our part to provide support and understanding." This month's letter discusses strategies for supporting trainees during the COVID-19 crisis. sciencemag.org/careers/2020/0…
"Postdocs make up a crucial component of the scientific workforce. But the application process can be mysterious...In this column, we try to demystify the application process for prospective postdocs." sciencemag.org/careers/2020/0…
COVID-19 has caused a wave of panic and distress for many people, including scientists. This month we reflect on what the pandemic has meant for well-being, contingency planning, and opportunities to use science to help during this difficult time. sciencemag.org/careers/2020/0…
"Love it or hate it, email is an inevitable part of being a scientist...how can young scientists navigate the complexities of email?" We share six tips in the latest column: sciencemag.org/careers/2020/0…
"The goal of your CV—as well as extended information that appears online—is to highlight your accomplishments and make your work easily accessible." This month we share tips for writing a compelling and informative CV, as well as an online “extended CV.” sciencemag.org/careers/2020/0…
Our latest letter covers ten tips for negotiating job offers. sciencemag.org/careers/2019/1…
Conflicts sometimes arise in science, as they do in other areas of life. This month we discuss strategies for conflict resolution and for creating more harmonious research atmospheres. sciencemag.org/careers/2019/1…
This month we discuss strategies for easing the service burden on scientists from underrepresented groups. sciencemag.org/careers/2019/1…
In this month's letter we discuss strategies for writing grants (and getting them funded). sciencemag.org/careers/2019/0…
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(Not knocking meta-science, or studies about scientific life/academia. Rather - we don't generally get our best questions from narrowly focusing on reading tons of papers about other studies, while neglecting to notice what's going on in the world around us)
Or to loosely quote: "Don't do studies about studies; do studies about life." My fav ideas come from making time to live my life - from puzzling over fish identification charts while scuba diving, to simple walks in the wood. Eyes open, minds open.
Lee Ross to young psychological researchers: feel free to waste time. Talk with friends. Read newspaper. That’s where the work emanates. It’s not all about efficiency. #psychologicalscience #aps19dc
Just emailed to a student who is considering grad school, but I think there is advice for me in here too!
For those getting started in graduate school, here are three things that may be helpful to remember: sciencemag.org/careers/2018/0…
I’m thrilled to have the opportunity to contribute to the conversation about the issues early career scientists face. We hope you will join the discussion! @scicareersltys
This looks so awesome! @scicareersltys is a group of people who are smart, talented and nice/ generous. Can't wait to read their advice. sciencemag.org/careers/2018/0…
“Pursuing a scientific career can be a daunting journey." Here is some candid advice for the next generation of scientists. @scicareersltys sciencemag.org/careers/2018/0…
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