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TLP #2 : Challenges of an institute director - Susan Gasser

October 05, 2020 • Jonathan Weitzman & Renaud Pourpre • Season 1 • Episode 2

In this episode we talk to Susan Gasser about her journey to institute director and how she dealt with the challenges of the job.

We discuss about how to choose a good project and to focus on the scientific question
Susan stresses the importance of building a lab culture based on collaboration and teamwork
She shares her advice how to manage conflicts and provide criticism without it getting personal
We talk about Women In Science awards and the future of European science
Susan shares some personal advice about the importance of coaching and self-awareness
She also gives tips about getting balance right between work and family and between Science and administrative responsibilities

She mentions these labs and institutions