Scientific Research as a Career

This book provides guidance to those who are contemplating a career in scientific research and those who are already engaged in the profession. Designed to promote dialogue between scientific researchers and those in training, this book describes the philosophy of the scientific method and the knowledge and attributes needed for a successful career in research. The text discusses the influence that managerialism has had on scientific organizations, and it proposes ways in which these influences can be replaced by leadership, which is more appropriate for nurturing scientists’ creativity. The book also profiles the careers of individual scientific researchers to give readers insight into their success.