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Unboxing the ‘Sole’ of Chemistry: Jakyra Simpson Teaches Chemistry through Hip-Hop and Sneaker Culture
Simpson took her love of chemistry, passion for sneakers, and call to serve the community to create a new way to expose young students to chemistry.
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Getting Involved in Science Policy
Bringing science into governmental affairs is not only important, it is needed to create a planet that is safer, more innovative, and healthier for its inhabitants. Here's how you can make an impact.
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Finding Your Career Path Away from the Bench
Most graduate programs are designed to prepare you for a research career. But what if a career away from the bench is what you really want? Here are some tips to learn about career options and make connections with people who can help you find the path that's right for you.
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A Week in the Life of a Two-Year College Faculty Member
Arizona Western College Professor Scott Donnelly gives a detailed look at his teaching schedule and how he faculty obligations with scholarship to be a better educator.
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Career Ladder: Michael Mullowney
An interest in the natural world led this chemist from the arts to natural product chemistry and the microbiome.
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Interviewing for a Two-Year College Faculty Position
How do you prepare to make a positive impression? What will the hiring committee ask you? What should you ask your potential future colleagues? Learn what you should know about interviewing for a faculty position.
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How to Change Course Strategically to Find the Career That’s Right for You
Are you stuck in a job that you know is not the right fit? Is self-doubt keeping you from making a change? Learn how to silence your fears with strategic methods to take control of your future.
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Strategic Side Gigs: How to Complement Your Chemistry
What one step can you take to build your knowledge, skills, and network while exploring your interests and increasing your career possibilities? Take on a strategically chosen side gig.
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Building Administrative Skills in Higher Education: Administrative Postdocs
If you are interested in the inner workings of higher education, but a faculty position doesn’t feel quite right, an administrative postdoc might help set your feet on a fulfilling career path.
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When One Door Closes, Make Another: One Scientist’s Perspective from the 2008 Global Financial Crisis
A scientific writer who created personal success during the 2008 global financial crisis shares her story of creating a new door to a vibrant career after the door to her planned career closed.
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“What Do You Want to Be When You Grow Up?” Finding Your Career Path As a Scientist
It’s happened. You’re almost grown up. Now what do you do? Click here for help with determining your career direction.
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“You Already Know This Process—It’s the Scientific Method”: Dr. Corinne Allen on Moving From PhD to Science Policy & Tech Transfer
Dr. Allen shares her experience in transitioning from a PhD program to Science Policy & Tech Transfer. See how her career path took shape and her process for figuring out what to do after her postdoc.
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"Be Confident; Don't Be Cocky": An Interview with Prof. Omar Farha
Dr. Farha talks about the struggles and opportunities he has encountered in his career, and his advice for being a confident (but not cocky) scientist.
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The Twists and Turns of a Dynamic, Nonlinear Career Path
Dr. Manz shares how his pursuit of his passions for learning and dance led to a non-linear and fulfilling career path in academia. His message focuses on how life and career may not be how you planned but it can be full and meaningful if you take advantage of opportunities and continue to pursue doing what you love to do.
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Applying for a Faculty Position at a Research Intensive University
Postdoctoral fellow applicants for faculty positions greatly out number the available pool of faculty positions at research intensive institutions. Learn effective ways to help you distinguish yourself from other candidates and navigate the application process.
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Tips From Faculty for Your Academic Job Search
Hear from research-intensive institution faculty who attended the Faculty and Postdoc Afternoon Networking Coffee Break at the Spring 2016 ACS National Meeting. They share advice about how to start a faculty job search, navigate the application process, and more.
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Preparing for a Job in Academia
It’s never too early to start investigating career choices. Learn several strategies for starting a career in chemical education.
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The Best Nontraditional Careers for Chemists: Popular, Unusual, or Growing Fields
Get an inside look, from an ACS career consultant, into 10 nontraditional career options. Each career has a section where the author has a general overview of what the job would likely entail.
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What’s a Nice Chemist Like You Doing in Science Policy
Students and postdoctoral fellows have a number of opportunities to expand their skills beyond the bench and into the policy arena.
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15 Myths About Nontraditional Careers in Chemistry and the Realities Behind Them
15 popular myths about nontraditional careers in chemistry debunked, including the myth that there are no jobs for chemists, most chemists work in academia, I have to go back to school to move into another career, and many more.
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If You Love Teaching, Consider a Two-Year College: Part I of II
Thinking of teaching? Learn about how teaching at a two-year college can potentially offer more opportunities for growth and experience than teaching at a 4-year institution.