It was time to take a chance. After almost 5 years of academic research, I was more than ready for a career change. But where should I start? How could I use my research experience in an alternative scientific setting? These were just a few of the questions racing through my mind as I contemplated life after academia. ... As I will relate in this two-part series, taking the initial leap was diffi...
The postacademic future loomed ahead of me. And although leaving the bench after 5 years took tremendous courage, I knew it was the right decision. Indeed, the position I've held for the past 1.5 years at a small software company called LabVelocity has led to tremendous personal and professional growth. At times I've felt almost euphoric about starting anew and exploring the life sciences outside...
BACK TO THE FEATURE INDEX When someone asks for a doctor, on an airplane, on the subway, or at church, I used to race right in there, eager to help. These days I hang back a little, to see if some younger physician will answer the call. I still practice medicine. I get my Advanced Cardiac Life Support certificate updated every 2 years. I still carry an American Board of Internal Medicine certific...
