Academic Scientists at Work: Navigating the Biomedical Research Career

Academic Scientists at Work guides the scientist on the journey from the end of a postdoctoral career to the point of promotion to Associate Professor.
The book includes valuable advice on:

• Choosing and getting your ideal academic job;
• Setting up and effectively managing the lab;
• Obtaining funds;
• Teaching and mentoring;
• The promotion and tenure process.

Also offered are template worksheets and point-by-point instructions on how to complete them, with downloadable blank worksheet versions contained in the accompanying CD-ROM. Included are six database program files that can be used to help the reader organize his/her laboratory specific reagents.

Academic Scientists at Work is a valuable resource for the Career Scientist who demands and expects the best.