Planning a Scientific Career in Industry : Strategies for Graduates and Academics

by Sanat Mohanty; Ranjana Ghosh

• ISBN13: 9780470594186
• ISBN10: 0470594187
• Format: eBook
• Copyright: 2010-04-01
• Publisher: Wiley

Summary

A handy guide for students seeking a scientific career in industryWhen choosing a career in industry, many of today's graduates with degrees in science and technology don't know exactly what they are looking for, the options they have available, how to position themselves to achieve their goals, or even how to define their own meanings of success. By addressing each of these issues, Planning a Scientific Career in Industry covers material not found in school textbooks or career guides to show what makes an industry tick, then demonstrates how this knowledge can be used to gain fresh perspective and open new career doors. This book:Provides unique insight?for new graduates on the technology sectorOffers tools of the trade that can be used by the graduate to make decisions on the jobDefines how to understand the DNA of an organization, the nature and viability of career choices, and the value of specific skillsWith the backing of authors who have distinguished themselves in industry, this book presents a variety of techniques and applications, along with sound guidelines, that help chart a career course filled with rewarding opportunities-both personally and professionally.

Table of Contents

Preface

Thinking About Careers

Meet the Industry

The Protagonist of Your Career

Starting Out

Establishing Yourself

Leadership and Growth

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