Career and family

Share Share on facebook 86 Share on twitter Share on reddit Share on linkedin 8 Family Credit: Casarsa / iStockphoto Balancing career and family By Elisabeth PainJul. 14, 2015 , 3:15 PM For scientists navigating their careers with a partner, securing two fulfilling positions within reasonable commuting distance may seem like a formidable challenge. Throw children into the mix, and it can feel like something—or someone—has to give. For many years, it was traditionally women who would put their careers on the backburner, but as the predominating culture is changing both at work and at home, women—and increasingly, men—are feeling more and more empowered to pursue a rewarding career while also supporting their partner’s and maintaining a healthy work-life balance.