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Choose the right
people for your
team to ensure
success
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One of the most important
things you can do to ensure
the success of your research
is to build a team with the right
people. Although there is no
guarantee that you won't make
mistakes along the way, here are
some basic fundamentals that can
help you succeed in this task.
Determine your needs
Hiring people is not just about filling an empty lab. You must
first determine what your goals are and who you'll need to
help accomplish them. Do you plan to publish right away?
Do you need someone with particular instrumentation
skills? Do you need help with administrative issues or even
budgeting? This information will help determine the number
of people you need as well as your requirements for skills,
work styles and roles.
Know who and when to hire
Understanding how each position can contribute to your
early lab is crucial for building your team from scratch. Let's
take a look at the most common positions, how they can be
useful in this process and the best time to recruit them.
