Resources

Job search websites:

LinkedIn: a professional networking website that also lists job openings

Indeed: a job search website that aggregates listings from other sites

Glassdoor: a website that provides information on companies, including job listings, reviews, and salaries

Monster: a job search website that lists job openings in various industries

Networking groups:

Meetup: a website that connects people with similar interests, including professional networking groups

LinkedIn Groups: a feature of LinkedIn that allows users to join groups focused on specific industries or topics

Professional associations: such as the Association for Women in Science (AWIS), the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), or the Project Management Institute (PMI), which offer networking opportunities and resources for professional development.

Professional development courses:

Coursera: an online learning platform that offers courses on a variety of topics, including business, data science, and programming

Udemy: an online learning platform that offers courses on a variety of topics, including project management, leadership, and communication skills

edX: an online learning platform that offers courses on a variety of topics, including business management, data analysis, and marketing

Suggested reading:

“The Innovator’s Dilemma” by Clayton Christensen – This book explores how successful companies can fail by not embracing disruptive innovation, which can be valuable for researchers and companies alike.

“The Lean Startup” by Eric Ries – This book provides a methodology for developing products through iterative experimentation and customer feedback, which can be applied to research projects in both academia and industry.

“The Structure of Scientific Revolutions” by Thomas Kuhn – This classic book explores how scientific knowledge advances and evolves over time, and can be valuable for understanding the history and philosophy of science.

“The Scientist’s Guide to Writing” by Stephen Heard – This book provides practical advice on how to write scientific papers, grant proposals, and other technical documents, which can be valuable for researchers in both academia and industry.

“Science in the Private Interest” by Sheila Jasanoff – This article explores the relationship between science and industry, and the implications for public policy and democratic governance.

“Collaboration in Industry-Science-Government Networks” by Marijn Janssen, et al. – This article explores the importance of collaboration between industry, academia, and government in promoting innovation and addressing complex societal challenges.

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