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Apart from his prominent publications in several different fields, what distinguishes Lu from most of his scientific peers is the unpretentious joy he takes in science.

The Rand report concludes that, although adequate data and accurate assessments of labor market conditions are important for many different parties, early career and prospective scientists are especially vulnerable.

"Something quite unique about computer science: We don't have a postdoc tradition. That's because we have historically had so many positions available in Ph.D.-granting departments and available for fresh Ph.D.s. Traditionally, when you get your Ph.D. [in computer science], you've got some place to go. There was always more demand than there was supply, and industry was soaking up half."

NIH branches out, presenting a videocast on interviewing for jobs beyond the ivory tower.

A BLS analysis suggests that most of the growth in science careers over the next decade or so will be in computer science.

Computer science veteran Ed Lazowska argues that his field is poised to dominate careers in the sciences.

While opportunities in computer science are likely to be strong in the coming years, there's another area with lots of science-related jobs: health care.