Parental leave resources for grad students and postdocs
“Parental Leave resources for grad students and postdocs” on AAAS Driving Force Blog
Becoming a new parent is overwhelming in the best of circumstances. It can be especially stressful when you are unsure of whether you will be able to take time off from work when your child is born. This is the case for many graduate students and postdocs in the sciences who are often confused about parental leave policies. This posts looks at some online resources that can help trainees explore their options.
Here are some steps you can take if you find yourself expecting an addition to your family while in the middle of school or a rigorous post doc position.
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