Tomorrow's Professor : Preparing for Careers in Science and Engineering

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Reis (engineering, Stanford U.) offers advice to graduate students and others who aspire to teach science and engineering. He looks at the full range of North American four-year academic institutions as potential employers, and presents 30 vignettes and over 50 individual stories to illuminate the principles and strategies he outlines. Book News, Inc.®, Portland, OR


Book Description
Careers/Higher Education Tomorrow's Professor Preparing For Academic Careers in Science and Engineering "This (book) should be a major hit. There is no competition, there is a crying need, the book is interesting, well written, and comprehensive." Michael Lightner, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, University of Colorado at Boulder "This book is a 'must read' for anyone considering or 'smack in the middle' of an academic career. In particular, the incorporation of advice from those in the field makes it unique and invaluable." Kim Needy, Assistant Professor, University of Pittsburgh "Simply the best book on the market for scientists; comprehensive, analytical and broad in focus." Anne J. MacLachlan, Center for Studies in Higher Education, University of California, Berkeley Tomorrow's Professor is designed to help you prepare for, find, and succeed at academic careers in science and engineering. It looks at the full range of North American four-year academic institutions while featuring 30 vignettes and more than 50 individual stories that bring to life the principles and strategies outlined in the book. Tailored for today's graduate students, postdocs, and beginning professors, Tomorrow's Professor:
* Presents a no-holds-barred look at the academic enterprise
* Describes a powerful preparation strategy to make you competitive for academic positions while maintaining your options for worthwhile careers in government and industry
* Explains how to get the offer you want and start-up package you need to help ensure success in your first critical years on the job
* Provides essential insights from experienced faculty on how to develop a rewarding academic career and a quality of life that is both balanced and fulfilling
At a time when anxiety about academic career opportunities for Ph.D.s in these field is at an all-time high, Tomorrow's Professor provides a much-needed practical approach to career development.


From the Back Cover
Careers/Higher Education Tomorrow’s Professor Preparing For Academic Careers in Science and Engineering "This (book) should be a major hit. There is no competition, there is a crying need, the book is interesting, well written, and comprehensive." Michael Lightner, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, University of Colorado at Boulder "This book is a ‘must read’ for anyone considering or ‘smack in the middle’ of an academic career. In particular, the incorporation of advice from those in the field makes it unique and invaluable." Kim Needy, Assistant Professor, University of Pittsburgh "Simply the best book on the market for scientists; comprehensive, analytical and broad in focus." Anne J. MacLachlan, Center for Studies in Higher Education, University of California, Berkeley Tomorrow’s Professor is designed to help you prepare for, find, and succeed at academic careers in science and engineering. It looks at the full range of North American four-year academic institutions while featuring 30 vignettes and more than 50 individual stories that bring to life the principles and strategies outlined in the book. Tailored for today’s graduate students, postdocs, and beginning professors, Tomorrow’s Professor:Presents a no-holds-barred look at the academic enterpriseDescribes a powerful preparation strategy to make you competitive for academic positions while maintaining your options for worthwhile careers in government and industryExplains how to get the offer you want and start-up package you need to help ensure success in your first critical years on the jobProvides essential insights from experienced faculty on how to develop a rewarding academic career and a quality of life that is both balanced and fulfillingAt a time when anxiety about academic career opportunities for Ph.D.s in these field is at an all-time high, Tomorrow’s Professor provides a much-needed practical approach to career development.


About the Author
About the Author Richard M. Reis is the Executive Director of the Stanford Integrated Manufacturing Association and the Associate Director for Global Learning Partnerships in the Stanford University Learning Laboratory. Dr. Reis is also a consulting professor in both the Stanford University Electrical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering Departments. Among his many responsibilities is the teaching of a year-round seminar on preparing graduate students for academic careers in science, engineering, and business.


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This book is designed to help you prepare for, find, and succeed at academic careers in science and engineering. It looks at the full range of North American four-year academic institutions while featuring 30 vignettes and more than 50 individual stories that bring to life the principles and strategies outlined in the book. Tailored for today's graduate students, postdocs, and beginning professors, Tomorrow's Professor presents a no-holds-barred look at the academic enterprise, describes a powerful preparation strategy to make you competitive for academic positions while maintaining your options for worthwhile careers in government and industry, explains how to get the offer you want and the start-up package you need to help ensure success in your first critical years on the job, and provides essential insights from experienced faculty on how to develop a rewarding academic career and a quality of life that is both balanced and fulfilling.


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