December 23, 2013

Skills are more important than interests

It is more common to see a "research interests" section than a "research skills" section on a curriculum vitae (CV). This is a reflection that it is easier to read review papers than learn Unix. A paper won't tell you that you don't understand it. On the other hand, Unix won't "go" if you are not precisely correct.

I rather work with people who view their professional work as a craft. As a craftsperson, they are proud of their toolbox. More pragmatically, I want an assurance their toolset is current and relevant.

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