May 6, 2014 | 12 noon – 1:15 p.m. ET      Runtime: 1 hour 15 min

Building a lab that will eventually produce research is often a difficult process. Laboratories come with a host of financial needs and responsibilities. While lab apprenticeships provide training, and mentors offer invaluable advice, there are likely to remain gaps in your lab startup knowledge.

In “Building Your First Lab," you will learn from PIs who have successfully started labs on topics including lab design, creating and keeping a startup list, budgeting for space, equipment and staff, and hiring and managing personnel.

May 13, 2014 | 12 noon – 1:15 p.m. ET      Runtime: 1 hour 15 min

Being able to effectively communicate your science is an essential part of being a successful researcher, whether you are giving an address at a seminar, a job talk for an academic position, or presenting a poster at a conference. If you are struggling to find your voice, or simply need to refine your skills, this installment of the AAAS Career Webinar series can help.

In "High-Level Scientific Talks: How to give powerful, dynamic presentations to further your career," our distinguished panel will discuss communication techniques for three of the most common talks an investigator gives: chalk talks (job talks), seminars or large audience talks, and poster presentations.

May 27, 2014 | 12 noon – 1:15 p.m. ET      Runtime: 1 hour 15 min

Industrial research and development offers scientists an increasingly wide range of career opportunities—from bench researcher to team leader, and from clinical trials to product marketing. Transitioning from an academic environment to the fast-paced world of industry takes a specific set of skills.

In “Working in Industry: From your resume, to interviewing, to skills for success,” you’ll get expert insight on how to position yourself for a successful career in industry. Our panel will discuss topics including: how to stand out in your job search, interviewing techniques, and developing flexibility for innovative environments.

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June 11, 2014 | 12 noon – 1:15 p.m. ET      Runtime: 1 hour 15 min

Getting published is one of the critical milestones in any research career. Whether you’re submitting to peer-reviewed journals, or open-access titles, your ability to attract funding, get tenure, or even land an interview at a biotech firm, can depend on what you have published. With so much at stake it’s critical to understand the ins-and-outs of the publishing process.

In “Getting Published,” you’ll hear from leading experts in scientific publishing, including Science’s Deputy Editor for Research Valda Vinson. Our panelists will help you understand the growing importance of research collaborations, how to choose the best journal for your research, what to expect in the review process, and more.

This is a members-only webinar.