Biology Professor how-to
How to Mentor a New Graduate Student
Good mentoring shapes careers.
Quick answer
Good mentoring shapes careers. In short: set; agree; meet, then complete the remaining steps below.
Step by step
Set expectations.
Agree on a project.
Meet weekly.
Teach writing and presenting.
Give honest feedback.
Support career goals.
Safety reminders for biology professors
- Follow biosafety and chemical safety
- Comply with IRB and IACUC
- Protect student privacy
- Train lab members
Key terms
Gene expression · CRISPR · PCR · Ecology · Evolution · Cell biology: see the full biology professor glossary.