Dr. Hiew recently penned an editorial entitled "A Pharmaceutical Scientist’s Journey: My Path to an Academic Career", which was published in Molecular Pharmaceutics. Hopefully, these perspectives will help pharmaceutical scientists-in-training in making a more informed decision when choosing their future career directions. 

1. Keep an open mind
2. Understand the different roles of a faculty member versus an industrial scientist
3. Consider your strengths and weaknesses
4. Reflect on your interests and passions
5. Familiarize yourself with the job application process
6. Recognize that the time commitment needed to land your dream job could vary
7. Stay committed to your decision