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Three Rotations Led To The Right Fit
- Joanne Kamens rotated three times and chose a new lab where the PI was present, hands-on and supportive.
- That lab's teamwork and mentorship fit her personality and supported her through having a baby in grad school.
PI Character Trumps Scientific Prestige
- The single most important criterion is whether the PI is a jerk, because toxic leadership ruins careers regardless of the science.
- Poor treatment doesn't justify long hours and low pay from trainees.
Interview Your Future PI Like A Candidate
- Ask direct, non-threatening questions about mentorship, authorship and meetings when interviewing a PI.
- Talk privately with current and former lab members to verify answers and spot warning signs.