RECENT WRITING
Scientists’ Two Most Feared Words: “Submit Online”
Our Experimental Error columnist laments the pain of online applications.
When Your Thesis Adviser Advises You to Quit
When our columnist asked readers whether this had happened to them, the stories came pouring in.
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.
