General

• National Postdoctoral Association
• TAMHSC Postdoctoral Organization
• Texas A&M Office of Research Development

Postdoctoral/Mentor Relationships

• Individual development plans(PDF)
  The individual development plan was developed by FASEB and helps postdocs and mentors create a long-term strategy for postdoctoral training and career development.
• Compact between postdoctoral appointees and their mentors
  Another useful resource to aid in the discussion between postdoctoral trainees and their mentors. Developed by the Association of American Medical Colleges, it outlines the commitments necessary for a high quality postdoctoral training experience.

Grant Writing

• How to get funded
  A list of useful articles concerning various aspects of grant writing at Science Careers

Communication/Presentations

• Content collection: Scientific presentations
• Career trends: building relationships.  Mentoring collaborating networking

Scientific Writing Skills

• Author aid
  While this is predominantly to aid researchers in developing countries with scientific writing skills, the information contained therein is very pertinent to all researchers. In the “Resource library section” there are some great articles and presentations on various aspects of scientific writing and reviewing

Career Advice

• Postdocs: striving for success in a tough economy
• A solo career in patent law
• Career trends: careers away from the bench

Beyond the Postdoc

• Making the right moves: a practical guide to scientific management for postdocs and new faculty
  Available as a pdf or hard copy, this free book offers useful information ranging from obtaining and negotiating a faculty position, through to getting funded, and setting up collaborations
• What they didn’t teach you in graduate school: 100 helpful hints for success in your academic career
  Useful hints and tips about a career in academia presented in a witty and humorous way.
• How to manage a lab and staff
  Contains a list of articles written on various aspects of lab management, from safety in the lab to lab dynamics
• Career Trends: Running your Lab

Webinars

Science careers
Webinar Topics:

• Facts and Fiction: Careers in Industry and Academia
• Mentoring Early-Career Scientists
• Building Solid Career Connections
• Effective Lab Skills: Managing People, Projects, and Money
• Job Searching for Scientists: Tools, Tips, and Essentials
• Non-traditional Careers: Opportunities Away From the Bench