Preface --Acknowledgments -- 1. Introduction : Thinking about a research career -- pt. 1. The stages of a research career -- 2. Pursuing graduate education -- 3. Advisors and mentors -- 4. Choosing and conducting a dissertation project -- 5. Effective teaching -- 6. Designing your postdoctoral experience -- 7. Preparing for your first real job -- 8. Diversity of career choices -- 9. Tools for successful job searching -- pt. 2. Conducting and presenting research -- 10. The meaning and responsible conduct of research -- 11. Keeping a notebook -- 12. Working with others -- 13. Creativity and problem solving -- 14. Staying motivated -- 15. Managing time -- 16. Finding and managing information -- 17. Communicating -- 18. Going to scientific meetings -- 19. Poster presentations -- 20. Speaking -- 21. Writing -- 22. Tables and graphics -- 23. Writing and defending your dissertation -- 24. Writing a journal article -- 25. Writing fellowship and grant proposals -- Index.