In recent weeks, many of our trainees have received offers to attend graduate school or for academic and industry jobs. Others are making decisions about where to apply and what career paths to choose. While exciting, it also can be stressful to choose among various options and offers. Here are a few family related questions that trainees bring to counseling sessions. What are the best jobs for scientists with families? We are returning to our home country to be near our family raise our children. How can I go about finding a job abroad?
Submitted By: John Taborn
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Submitted By: John Taborn
Post written by Michael J. Sheridan, MSW, Ph.D,. Special Advisor for Diversity and Wellness Programs, Office of Intramural Education and Training, National Institute of Health, Bethesda, MD Michael.sheridan@nih.gov
When our usual ways of coping are not working, it may be time to find a counselor. The reality is that most of us could benefit from professional counseling at various points in our life.
Submitted By: John Taborn
In recognition of Take Your Child to Work Day on April 27, 2017, we are re-posting an informative three-part series from the Careers Blog archives related to starting a family while in scientific training. We asked graduate students, postdocs and clinical fellows three questions related to parenting as scientists.