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Work-related stress is an insidious health hazard, especially for workers who, like scientists, take their work very seriously.

Humanitarian relief organizations need scientists to work in regions experiencing wars or natural disasters and to support those efforts from home.

Small chunks of dedicated time can help relieve the stress endemic in scientific lives.

There are restrictions and limitations on doing for-profit science, but there are also many advantages to joining industry.

Ruth Ley and Lars Angenent found that two-scientist couples don't have to compromise on independent research careers--but the path isn't always easy.

When dressing for a job interview, it pays to cultivate conformity--and attention to detail--instead of individuality.

Going abroad for a postdoc can involve logistical hurdles and serious effort--and offer a rewarding personal and professional experience.

September brings inevitable but manageable stress for scientists in academia.

With the right support, it is possible to succeed in science after a family-related hiatus.

It was a difficult year for careers in science but another good year for Science Careers.

For all the naïve and gullible graduate students out there, here is a handy guide to what those speakers are really saying.

Kathy Weston reflects on how she went from being an idealistic young scientist to jumping out of academia before she was pushed.

When a scientist is confronted with a colleague who is struggling with personal problems, there are no easy answers.

Identical twin brothers Alan and Steven Davy are pursuing similar research interests while also seeking to differentiate their work.

The decision to retire has professional, financial, and psychosocial implications that scientists need to think about and plan for well in advance.

Engineer-turned-patent attorney Kate Hillis talks about starting over with a start-up of her own.

A layoff set engineer Diana Hodgins on a new career path, leading eventually to managing her own company.

Science faculty at community colleges are finding ways to fit research into their jobs.

Niccole Villa Cerveny teaches a research course for which students rate the susceptibility of ancient Hopi rock art to erosion.