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Advice

Balancing research and classes in graduate school
Advice

Balancing research and classes in graduate school

Oct. 25, 2024

Our careers columnist talks to a doctoral candidate about managing lab and study time by carefully scheduling classes, getting to the lab early and “timeboxing.”

A conversation about resources for STEM postdocs
Virtual event

A conversation about resources for STEM postdocs

Oct. 2, 2024

What resources are available to postdoctoral fellows? What barriers and supports exist for the postdoc community? Four organizations share what they have to offer.

A guide to success in grad school and beyond
Books

A guide to success in grad school and beyond

Sept. 26, 2024

This book is designed to empower grad students and postdocs in STEM with practical tools, tips and skill development strategies to plan and create their dream career pathway.

Barriers to public outreach — and why scientists need to overcome them
Essay

Barriers to public outreach — and why scientists need to overcome them

Sept. 25, 2024

When the author began to research why some scientists were hesitant to do this work, four main themes emerged.

Remote work — how to make it work
Advice

Remote work — how to make it work

Sept. 20, 2024

Many science-related jobs can be done remotely, so here’s advice on managing your time, space and more if you do some or all of your work from home.

How do you help a biochemist find a career path?
Essay

How do you help a biochemist find a career path?

Sept. 18, 2024

Industry, academia and the ASBMB join forces to introduce students job options in the sciences with a panel, networking and cheese.

Making the most of meetings with your mentor
Advice

Making the most of meetings with your mentor

Sept. 13, 2024

Everyone has a slightly different relationship with their mentor, including how often they meet. Careers columnist Courtney Chandler dives into how to make meetings with your grad school adviser useful and productive.

Upcoming ASBMB events for future industry scientists — and others
Webinars

Upcoming ASBMB events for future industry scientists — and others

Sept. 6, 2024

ASBMB offers webinars aimed at a variety of member groups, including scientists who have taken time off for caregiving or members who want to start their own labs. These three will be useful to postdocs and graduate students.

Should grad students live in campus housing?
Advice

Should grad students live in campus housing?

Aug. 2, 2024

Most schools offer housing options specifically for graduate students. Our careers columnist suggests you check them out before deciding where to live.