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You want things to run smoothly and students to get the message, not to stick to your schedule at all costs.

How many postdocs leave their positions able to say they helped plan a 2-day scientific symposium that attracted world-renowned scientists?

"Teachers everywhere are gagging for enthusiastic support."

"Participating in education-related programs and courses broadens the horizons for postdocs and graduate students."

The job you are pursuing at every point in your career must be a simultaneous blend of education, training, and socially acceptable employment.

In the end, the choice to go back to North America was far from easy and was, frankly, heartbreaking.

"Although not traditionally a country UK postdocs choose to further their careers, Sweden is one country that would be a great shame to overlook."

"There are tremendous opportunities in Canada right now for young scientists and engineers, but the number could be higher with increased funding." - Alain Berinstain, Director of Planetary Exploration and Space Astronomy, Canadian Space Agency

A new California plan promises uniform health insurance benefits for all postdocs.

"Compensation" was not defined by the Tax Reform Act of 1986, and neither was the term "fellowship." Not surprisingly, IRS audits have addressed this oversight and offer some additional clarity.

It was universally accepted that there needed to be guidelines put into place for mentors and societies.

Don't blow your job interview.

People don't need advice, they need opportunities. It's a long struggle, but if I can help establish a lab, start a graduate course, or find fellowships [for students], I will be happy.