Introduction: thinking about a research career
The stages of a research career
Pursuing graduate education
Advisors and mentors
Choosing and conducting a dissertation project
Effective teaching
Designing your postdoctoral experience
Preparing for your first real job
Diversity of career choices
Tools for successful job searching
Conducting and presenting research
The meaning and responsible conduct of research
Keeping a notebook
Working with others
Creativity and problem solving
Staying motivated
Managing time
Finding and managing information
Communicating
Going to scientific meetings
Poster presentations
Speaking
Writing
Tables and graphics
Writing and defending your dissertation
Writing a journal article
Writing fellowship and grant proposals.