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Experience is more than the sum of its parts

Publication record and technical expertise are essential but they are not the only aspects you need to work on to become competitive for permanent positions in academia. Michael Saliba discusses how actively looking for different experiences to develop his versatility has been vital for his career progress.

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Saliba, M. Experience is more than the sum of its parts. Nat Energy 6, 2 (2021). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41560-020-00736-y

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