Who Wants to be a Scientist?: Choosing Science as a Career

by Nancy Rothwell

As careers in science have become increasingly demanding, they require much more than a keen scientific mind and practical ability. If you are considering a career in research, have already embarked on your career and want to succeed, are uncertain which route to take or advise, train or supervise scientists, this book offers some helpful advice. Nancy Rothwell, a senior scientist with extensive experience training scientists and communicating with the public, covers topics ranging from choosing a PhD or postdoctoral position, successful interviews and preparing your cv to managing your supervisor; how to give successful talks, publish high quality papers and become known within your field. Broader aspects of science which are so important today are also covered, including ethics and fraud, intellectual property and exploitation and disseminating science to the public.

Genres: Science

Paperback

First published January 1, 2002

Reviews

[Andreia · Rating 4 out of 5]

highly recommend this reading to everyone considering a career in science and research. Well-written, a lot of interesting information and insight into the world of research and good advice on how to plan your professional career in science.

[Louise Gathercole · Rating 3 out of 5]

Interesting, but not really enough detail on the different types of jobs that 'scientists' do