In Person: Series Index

Got something to say about starting or moving through a career in science? Here's your chance to let friends and colleagues know what's on your mind. Science Careers now offers a series of personal essays called "In Person," about education and career development -- in the broadest sense -- in the sciences and engineering.

Your essay can relate personal experiences that gave you special insights. Or, you can tell about a special person who had an impact on your career, or discuss a policy issue related to career planning, or come up with another topic related to scientific or engineering careers. Invitations from junior and senior scientists, policy makers and decision makers, are welcome.

A Simpler Life

23 October 2009

Virginia Long

A recently rejected physics professor rediscovers the pleasures of carrots and carpentry as she ponders her future.

The Pursuit of Happiness

14 August 2009

Huda Akil

The joy of playing with her granddaughter tickles the neurons of a noted neuroscientist and inspires her research.

Breaking All the Rules

29 May 2009

Ruth Ley

Ruth Ley and Lars Angenent found that two-scientist couples don't have to compromise on independent research careers--but the path isn't always easy.

Eggheads and Cheeseheads

2 January 2009

Daniel M. Albert

After 30 years split evenly between the Ivy League and the Big Ten, a researcher and administrator reflects on the differences in institutional culture.

The Trick to a Rewarding Career

7 November 2008

Marc Hermann

Throughout his professional journey, Marc Hermann has always done "Exactly What He Always Wanted to Do"

Ich bin Postdoctorin in Berlin

3 October 2008

Vasana Maneeratana

A "small-town Florida gal" finds that the biggest challenges in moving abroad aren't always scientific.

A European Career Tour, From Research to Research Management

19 September 2008

Antonella Di Trapani

A science officer at the European Science Foundation describes her journey through careers and countries.

Peter Brown, Patent Attorney

12 September 2008

Peter Brown

A New Zealand Young Scientist of the Year awardee tells why he decided to move from the bench to the bar.

Research in France

4 July 2008

Andreas Bikfalvi

Understanding the peculiarities of the French public research system is critical to the success of foreign scientists coming into the country.

Frequent Flyer

29 February 2008

Anne McNeil

Faculty interviews can come with tight scheduling, awkward questions, and jet lag.

Finding Opportunities in a Dysfunctional Job Market

15 February 2008

Brooke Allen

If you want to find hidden value in the market for employment, you have to cast a wide net.

A Career Home Run

11 January 2008

Keith Woolner

A former software developer's hobby in baseball statistics landed him a job with a major league baseball team.

Hiring in a Dysfunctional Job Market

16 November 2007

Brooke Allen

A technical professional from the finance industry describes some innovative ways to uncover hidden talent.

The Ultralong-Distance Quest

2 November 2007

Lothar Hennighausen

In the first of a new series of personal perspectives, the author tells what a classic bicycle race taught him about scientific careers.

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