Tips for Entry
Stay up to date on research and developments in the astrobiology and related fields by visiting the news sections of associations' Web sites, such as the American Institute of Biological Sciences (https://www.aibs.org/news/) and NASA Astrobiology Program (https://astrobiology.nasa.gov/news/).
Visit https://astrobiology.nasa.gov/careers-employment/ for career resources.
Join professional associations to access training and networking resources, industry publications, and employment opportunities.
Conduct informational interviews with astrobiologists and ask them for advice on preparing for and entering the field.
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