Career Advice for Young Scientists in Biomedical Research: How to Think Like a Principal Investigator

Pursuing a career in biomedical research can be daunting, considering the stiffer competition and uncertain career prospects in academia. This book summarizes career advice gathered during in-depth interviews with 106 biomedical scientists who lead their own laboratories. The participating principal investigators are from 44 research institutions in 11 countries.

This book is unique in that it provides a glimpse into the mindset of principal investigators. Here, the reader will learn about...