Transferring skills beyond the lab | BEST

Transferring skills beyond the lab | BEST

In this Science Careers article, Ph.D.'s share how their scientific skills remain relevant outside of the laboratory. The article highlights the use of the following skills in their current positions: Learning new fields Communicating concisely Managing time Tackling complex topics Connecting to diverse audiences Thinking critically Click here to read this article in its entirety.

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I always tell people interested in leaving the bench to work on their "soft skills". They are, no lie, often more important than the "real science" you've done.