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Guidlines for writing a diversity statement for a job application

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Many jobs, especially those that involve teaching, ask the applications express a statement that reflects their commitment to diversity. For example, "What contributions are you most proud of that exemplify your awareness and sensitivity towards promoting an inclusionary environment? What have you…

Ten Simple Rules for Choosing between Industry and Academia

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One of the most significant decisions we face as scientists comes at the end of our formal education. Choosing between industry and academia is easy for some, incredibly fraught for others. The author has made two complete cycles between these career destinations, including on the one hand 16 years in…

Get that next job—how to break out of the postdoc trap

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In the past, the majority of graduate students and postdoctoral researchers were focused on careers in academia. Times have changed, and many are now considering careers outside of academia and are aware of numerous exciting career opportunities in industry and nonprofit and government organizations.…