This talk will explore some of the experiences throughout the presenter’s career in scientific research and metrology at NIST.  The author will discuss his past 10 years of experiences as an early to mid-career research chemist focused on surface chemical analysis as well as nanomaterials characterization and transformations.  Some key aspects of this discussion will include: transitioning from PHD program to a postdoctoral program, establishment and demonstration one’s capabilities as an independent researcher, collaboration/networking and recognizing opportunities, and preparing/executing the next steps after the postdoctoral fellowship.

One research chemist’s career path in the public sector

2019 Fall National Meeting

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