Transferable Skills

Understanding the Scientific Enterprise as a Science Writer in Science Communication

How do you apply this transferable skill in your position?

Understanding how academia operates, how studies are designed, what makes a strong study, how publishing works, publications are deemed worthy within their fields, the kinds of issues that trainees and postdocs face in academia.

What specific skills are part of how you apply this transferable skill?
  • Broad-based knowledge of science
  • Can identify and manage conflict of interest
  • Demonstrating responsible conduct in animal research
  • Demonstrating responsible conduct in human research
  • Experimental design

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