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ReSearch: A Career Guide for Scientists is a career planning guide and practical tool for graduate students and postdocs. This book provides step-by-step processes for the assessment of career goals and the actions that can be taken in order to achieve them. ReSearch includes chapters on the basics of career planning, determining unique selling points, and navigating work-life concerns.

This book also includes narratives from a number of perspectives to showcase the variety of career options available. ReSearch is written by experts with inside knowledge of how to effectively leverage skills in order to take that next step in your career, whether you are a recent graduate or are interested in transitioning into something new. This book is also a valuable resource for advisors and careers counselors who mentor students and postdocs about their career plans.

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• About the Authors(p. xi)
• Section 1 Introduction
• 1 Introduction(p. 3)
• 2 Common Career Characters(p. 5)
• Section 2 Understanding the Landscape of Your Challenges and Choices
• 3 Realities of the Job Market: Charting Your Career Path(p. 11)
• Changes in the Academic Landscape(p. 12)
• Know Your Career Options(p. 13)
• Narrow Down Your Career Choices(p. 14)
• Scientists Working Outside of the Academy(p. 15)
• Unexpected Obstacles(p. 16)
• Summary(p. 17)
• References(p. 18)
• 4 Understanding the Career Game: Figuring Out "the Rules" of Career Planning and Getting Motivated to Plan for a Successful Career(p. 19)
• Rule #1 Trainees Do Not Get Hired(p. 20)
• Rule #2 Be Visible and Network(p. 20)
• Where to Find Opportunities if They Are Not Readily Offered(p. 21)
• How to Choose Which Opportunities to Attend From Among the Options(p. 21)
• Rule #3 Just Ask(p. 22)
• Rule #4 Find at Least One "Career Mentor"(p. 22)
• Rule #5 Have a Plan to Plan(p. 23)
• Rule #6 Know Yourself(p. 25)
• Concluding Remarks(p. 25)
• Reference(p. 27)
• Section 3 Taking Care of Yourself
• 5 Managing Stress and Staying Healthy(p. 31)
• Graduate Training Is Stressful(p. 32)
• The Stress Response(p. 33)
• Chronic Stress(p. 34)
• Preparing for Stress-Choosing Balance(p. 35)
• Physical Activity(p. 35)
• Social Support(p. 36)
• Communication(p. 38)
• Cognitive Restructuring(p. 39)
• Mindfulness Practice(p. 40)
• Hobbies(p. 41)
• Trusting in the Process(p. 42)
• References(p. 43)
• 6 The Importance of Staying Positive in Your Job Search(p. 45)
• Understand the Challenges(p. 45)
• Bouncing Back: Practicing Adaptability and Resiliency(p. 46)
• Cultivating Confidence(p. 48)
• Always Seeking to Learn: The Growth Mind-Set(p. 50)
• Learn to Be Optimistic(p. 51)
• Creating a Career Search Support Network(p. 53)
• Managing Your Job Search Expectations(p. 54)
• References(p. 57)
• 7 Fake It Till You Become It: The How-To Guide for Behaving Like a Professional(p. 59)
• "Act" Like a Professional, Not a Trainee(p. 60)
• A Genuine Smile, the Excalibur of True Public Relations Pros!(p. 60)
• Tit for Tat, There Is Power in Taking Interest and Doing Favors for Those in Your Workplace(p. 61)
• Reciprocity Styles(p. 61)
• You Are Always Being Watched-Dress Like a Professional!(p. 62)
• Casual Versus Professional Business Attire(p. 62)
• Other Tips and Common Mistakes(p. 63)
• How Do You Dress Professionally on a Budget?(p. 63)
• Professionals Are on Time(p. 64)
• The Professional Way to Party(p. 64)
• Tips for the Professional Woman... and Man(p. 65)
• So, Here They Are, in No Particular Order(p. 65)
• References(p. 69)
• Section 4 Managing Your Career Development
• 8 Taking a Personal Inventory: Assessing Your Skills, Strengths, Interests, and Values(p. 73)
• Thinking About Your Skills(p. 74)
• Additional Skills and Strengths Assessments(p. 80)
• Thinking About Your interests(p. 81)
• Thinking About Your Personal Traits and Qualities(p. 82)
• Thinking About Your Values(p. 83)
• References(p. 86)
• 9 Overcoming Knowledge and Experience Gaps(p. 87)
• So What Does Practical Experience Really Look Like?(p. 88)
• Concrete Ways to Gain Practical Career Experience(p. 89)
• How to Expand Your Career-Related Knowledge(p. 93)
• How to Sell Your Current Knowledge and Experience(p. 96)
• Finding a Balance(p. 97)
• References(p. 103)
• 10 Transferable Skills: How to Describe What You Really Know(p. 105)
• What Is a Transferable Skill, Anyway?(p. 107)
• Skills Employers Really Want(p. 107)
• Recognizing Your Transferable Skills(p. 109)
• Finding the Hidden Skills in Your Academic Profile(p. 109)
• Analyzing Your Work, Sports, and Leadership Profile(p. 110)
• Garnering Feedback From Nonacademics(p. 111)
• Assessment Instruments(p. 112)
• Accomplishment Statements(p. 114)
• Look Beyond the Obvious(p. 115)
• References(p. 117)
• 11 The "Me Brand": Tips for Successful Personal Branding(p. 119)
• What Is Branding, Anyway?(p. 121)
• Figuring Out Your Four W's(p. 121)
• Beginning to Build Your Brand(p. 124)
• Your Resume(p. 125)
• Cover Letter(p. 126)
• Letters of Reference(p. 126)
• Elevator Speech(p. 127)
• LinkedIn(p. 128)
• Facebook(p. 130)
• Twitter(p. 130)
• Personal Website(p. 130)
• Personal Blog(p. 131)
• Science Blogging(p. 132)
• Bringing All Aspects of Your Brand Together(p. 133)
• Wrapping Up Your Branding Efforts(p. 133)
• References(p. 137)
• 12 Building Your Professional Network(p. 139)
• Networking(p. 140)
• Don't Assume Networking Is Only for Scientists Seeking a Career Beyond the Bench(p. 141)
• Every Minute Spent Building Your Network Is Time Well Spent(p. 141)
• How Do You Network Effectively?(p. 141)
• Informational Interviewing(p. 144)
• How Do You Find People for Informational Interviews?(p. 144)
• Conducting a Successful Informational Interview(p. 145)
• Above All, Do Not Ask for a Job(p. 146)
• Maintaining Your Network(p. 147)
• Building Your Network: Putting It All Together(p. 148)
• An Unexpected Connection, Thank You Twitter!(p. 148)
• Reference(p. 153)
• 13 Create Balance in Your Life and Career(p. 155)
• Knowing Your "End"(p. 155)
• What's Your One Thing?(p. 157)
• Get a Dog(p. 158)
• Learn to Speed Read and Write(p. 160)
• References(p. 163)
• 14 The Art of Communication(p. 165)
• Would You Consider Yourself Confident?(p. 166)
• Are You Thoughtful in Your Communications?(p. 166)
• Oral Communication(p. 167)
• Verbal Communication(p. 172)
• Written Communication(p. 173)
• Communication Struggles: Overcoming International Barriers(p. 176)
• Personal Communication Success Story(p. 177)
• References(p. 178)
• Section 5 Finding a Job
• 15 The Career Search(p. 181)
• Things to Consider Before You Begin(p. 183)
• How to Be What Employers Are Looking for(p. 184)
• Assessing Your Fit(p. 184)
• Making a Plan(p. 186)
• Sample job Search Plan(p. 187)
• Step 1 Assess Your Circumstances(p. 187)
• Step 2 Begin Your Search(p. 187)
• Step 3 Network(p. 189)
• Step 4 Submission and Preparation(p. 189)
• Step 5 Be Realistic(p. 189)
• Working With Recruiters(p. 190)
• Wrapping-Up Your Career Search(p. 193)
• References(p. 194)
• Further Reading(p. 194)
• 16 Creating Application Materials, Applying, and Interviewing for Jobs(p. 195)
• Consider the Importance of Timing in Your Applications(p. 196)
• Take a Deep Breath Before You Get Started(p. 196)
• Preparing and Tailoring Application Materials(p. 198)
• Targeting Materials for Each Job Application(p. 200)
• Following Application Directions (Dos and Don'ts)(p. 201)
• Interviews(p. 203)
• Stages of a Typical Interview Process(p. 204)
• Types of Interviews(p. 204)
• Preparing for Interviews(p. 204)
• How to Answer Interview Questions(p. 205)
• Structuring Your Interview Answers(p. 206)
• Interview Practice(p. 207)
• During the Interview(p. 208)
• After Your Interview(p. 209)
• Getting an Offer(p. 210)
• Considerations for Academic Interviews(p. 211)
• Postdoc Interviews(p. 211)
• Faculty Interviews(p. 212)
• Final Words of Application Wisdom(p. 213)
• Further Resources for Job Interview and Preparation(p. 214)
• References(p. 214)
• Further Reading(p. 214)
• 17 The International Perspective(p. 233)
• Manage Expectations in Your Job Search(p. 234)
• Understand Your Visa and Work Options(p. 235)
• Build Your Transferable Skills(p. 237)
• Building and Expanding Your Network(p. 238)
• References(p. 240)
• Section 6 Quick Tips, Summary and Conclusion
• 18 Career Planning Quick Guide(p. 249)
• Quick Guide(p. 250)
• Step 1 Seek Help(p. 250)
• Step 2 Assess the Time You Have Available(p. 251)
• Step 3 Determine Your Short-Term Versus Long-Term Career Goals(p. 251)
• Step 4 Make a Plan(p. 251)
• Step 5 Determine Your Current Marketable Skills(p. 252)
• Step 6 Acquire Additional Marketable Skills Quickly(p. 253)
• Step 7 Network: Assess Current and Identify Future Allies(p. 253)
• Step 8 Prepare Your Documents(p. 254)
• Step 9 Know Where/How to Apply Efficiently(p. 254)
• Step 10 Stay Positive(p. 254)
• References(p. 254)
• Further Reading(p. 254)
• Index(p. 255)

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Partner, RealCo Accelerator, San Antonio, TX, USA

PhD, Director of Graduate Career Development, Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, TX, USA

PhD, MBA, Assistant Professor, Department of Toxicology and Cancer Biology; Assistant Dean for Academic Development, College of Medicine; Assistant Director for Research, Markey Cancer Center, University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY, USA