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Because scientists never outgrow the need for mentoring: An advice column by Emory University associate professor of chemistry Jen Heemstra

Navigating career decisions

Navigating career decisions

Learning when to act quickly and when to slow down and deliberate
December 5, 2021
Independent does not mean alone

Independent does not mean alone

Growing as a researcher means taking more ownership, not seeking less advice
November 7, 2021
Coping with COVID-19 uncertainty—again

Coping with COVID-19 uncertainty—again

Moving into the academic year with a pandemic still looming
October 10, 2021
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Choosing a graduate adviser

Choosing a graduate adviser

Use your research skills to explore options and make an informed decision
September 10, 2021
To be a great mentor, recognize that it’s not about you

To be a great mentor, recognize that it’s not about you

Each person you advise has different needs and preferences
August 8, 2021
How to cope with burnout

How to cope with burnout

Recognizing contributing factors is the first step
July 6, 2021
Defining your career wins

Defining your career wins

Achieving goals is more fulfilling when you set the terms of success
June 9, 2021
Networking doesn’t have to be unpleasant

Networking doesn’t have to be unpleasant

Building a lasting relationship starts with a good conversation
May 4, 2021
Coping with infertility, miscarriage, and unsuccessful adoption

Coping with infertility, miscarriage, and unsuccessful adoption

Institutions can’t take away the pain for individuals experiencing loss, but they can create policies to provide support
April 7, 2021
3 tips for making the most of your grad student stipend

3 tips for making the most of your grad student stipend

Learning to manage your finances isn’t so different from managing a research project
March 7, 2021
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Love and the lab

Love and the lab

Columnist Jen Heemstra on how a supportive life partner shaped her career
February 7, 2021
Don’t give up. Here are some ways to improve your mental health

Don’t give up. Here are some ways to improve your mental health

Self-care during the pandemic is a marathon, not a sprint
January 8, 2021
What 2020 has taught me about adversity

What 2020 has taught me about adversity

We can’t prevent life’s challenges, but we can keep growing through them
December 6, 2020
We’re all science communicators. Here’s how to do it better

We’re all science communicators. Here’s how to do it better

Jen Heemstra on how to help those around you separate facts from myths
November 4, 2020
The job market is tough. It’s wise to explore different career options

The job market is tough. It’s wise to explore different career options

Here’s what grad students and postdocs can do to broaden their horizons—and how faculty can support them
October 9, 2020
Putting mentoring first

Putting mentoring first

When faculty focus on supporting their students, everybody wins
September 12, 2020
Faculty, this is our time to be students

Faculty, this is our time to be students

From online teaching to promoting diversity and inclusion, we have a lot to learn
August 13, 2020
What you need to know to get back to the lab amid the COVID-19 pandemic

What you need to know to get back to the lab amid the COVID-19 pandemic

Managing expectations will be key, says Jen Heemstra
June 16, 2020
Tenure during a time of crisis

Tenure during a time of crisis

What we can learn now to make the tenure system more equitable in the future
June 1, 2020
Jen Heemstra on building your resilience

Jen Heemstra on building your resilience

C&EN advice columnist offers 4 tips on adapting to times of uncertainty
April 1, 2020
How international students can share their culture in the lab

How international students can share their culture in the lab

Creating more opportunities for dialogue is just the first step
March 11, 2020
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Jen Heemstra on why it’s important to give and invite feedback

Jen Heemstra on why it’s important to give and invite feedback

Constructive criticism works best when it’s a 2-way street
January 28, 2020
Being outspoken about your accomplishments isn’t selfish; it’s smart

Being outspoken about your accomplishments isn’t selfish; it’s smart

Jen Heemstra on self-advocacy and how to go about it
January 7, 2020
Jen Heemstra on 3 things faculty can do to prevent bullying

Jen Heemstra on 3 things faculty can do to prevent bullying

Don’t shut your door and hide under your desk; you can help
December 1, 2019
Being bullied? Here’s what to do

Being bullied? Here’s what to do

Recognize what’s really going on, enlist support, and be kind to yourself
November 5, 2019
Jen Heemstra on the importance of relationships in science

Jen Heemstra on the importance of relationships in science

Your career is as much about the people as it is about the research
October 12, 2019
When is it time to leave a PhD program?

When is it time to leave a PhD program?

Getting a master’s degree is a decision, not a downgrade
August 6, 2019
How to create a supportive mental health environment in your lab

How to create a supportive mental health environment in your lab

Faculty can do these 3 things to help their students struggling with mental health issues
July 3, 2019
For grad students and postdocs, mental health begins with faculty

For grad students and postdocs, mental health begins with faculty

Want to solve the mental health crisis among grad students and postdocs? Start with faculty
June 4, 2019
How to combat impostor syndrome

How to combat impostor syndrome

Jen Heemstra on how to turn our negative thoughts into positive actions
May 8, 2019
Meet C&EN’s new advice columnist, Jen Heemstra

Meet C&EN’s new advice columnist, Jen Heemstra

Emory University chemistry professor and Twitter phenom will answer your questions in this new monthly advice column 
March 25, 2019