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Career Resources: Keys to Successful Postdoctoral Training
Your Postdoctoral Training
Now that you’ve gotten a postdoctoral position, you need to
concentrate on gaining additional research and teaching experience,
writing papers and maybe even a grant.
Developing Your Skills
As a postdoctoral fellow, there are many skills you will need to
acquire to be successful in your chosen profession. These range from how
to hire a technician to increasing your teaching skills.
Career Planning
At what point should you begin looking for a permanent position? How do
you choose the right position for your career goals? Have you thought
about your future career? How do you deal with family vs. work stress?
Being Mentored
Having a mentor (not necessary your postdoctoral advisor) whom you
trust for advice and counsel is very important at all stages of your
career. How do you find a mentor? What can/should you discuss with your
mentor?
Interacting With Professional Societies
Should
you join a professional society? How do you get involved in the scientific
community to begin making a name for yourself?
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