When Ph.D. Stands for Problematic Hiring Detriment
Our columnist investigates how having a Ph.D. can hurt your job search.
What’s in a Milestone? Reflecting on the Life of a Scientist
For the 100th Experimental Error column, Adam Ruben considers the markers along the road of a scientific career.
Apply for Our Science Job! A Guide to Inane Job Ads
Our columnist breaks down the ridiculousness of most job postings.
Happy Science-o-ween!
Our columnist’s advice for the perfect science Halloween costume.
Confessions of a Former Grade Grubber
It’s about justice, our columnist writes–sometimes, at least.
Welcome to the Lab
Our columnist reflects on the challenges of getting started in a new lab.
Recommendations for Requesting Recommendations
Our columnist offers some tips for getting good recommendation letters.
Recommendation Letter Writer’s Block
Writing these letters can be tricky, but our columnist’s tips can help.
An Outer View of the Interview
Preparing for a job interview? Our columnist offers some advice.
Laboratories of Democracy
Should scientists run for political office? Our columnist explores the possibilities and pitfalls.
Talking Science–for the Kids
Why our columnist spent a week answering kids’ questions on the internet
Because a Scientist Says So
With the power of a science degree comes great responsibility.
Thoughts from a Seminar
Our columnist shares an all-too-relatable experience of attending scientific talks.
Ph.D. Students’ Gross Income Could Become Even Grosser
The recent House tax bill spurs our columnist to consider the complexity of graduate student finances.
What the Heck is an Engineer Anyway?
The distinction between science and engineering can be puzzling, our columnist writes.