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This is the revised edition of the 1996 volume To boldly go; a practical career guide for scientists . Including personal accounts from scientists in a variety of jobs, this is a well-written, practical guide for new graduates (with undergraduate as well as advanced degrees) on how to find a job outside of the standard teaching venues. Chapters cover the job market, research careers, career planning, self-assessment, CVs and resumes (with 6 case studies), cover letters, and interviews. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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Published by the American Geophysical Union as part of the Special Publications Series. Whether you are a science undergraduate or graduate student, post-doc or senior scientist, you need practical career development advice. Put Your Science to Work: The Take-Charge Career Guide for Scientists can help you explore all your options and develop dynamite strategies for landing the job of your dreams. Completely revised and updated from the best-selling To Boldly Go: A Practical Career Guide for Scientists, this second edition offers expert help from networking to negotiating a job offer. This is the book you need to start moving your career in the right direction.
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