Alex Berezow

Tag: jobs

  • Women See Job Advancement as Less Desirable

    Biology, cultural norms, and discrimination all play a role in shaping the preferences of men and women. Yet, new research does seem to suggest that while job advancement opportunities are being made available to women, many choose not to pursue them.

  • The Most Dangerous Jobs in the U.S.

    This article was originally posted on RealClearScience. Thanks to Mike Rowe, we know that chicken sexer, horse inseminator, and sewer inspector are among the dirtiest jobs in America. But the dirtiest jobs are not necessarily the most dangerous. For that information, we must consult the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

  • Women Preferred 2:1 in Academic Science Jobs

    Telling women that male professors are sexist pigs is untrue and likely what is preventing women from applying for academic jobs.

  • How Many Americans Die at Work?

    Most Americans don’t think twice about workplace safety. Perhaps they should. In newly updated numbers for 2012, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that 4,628 Americans met their demise while on the job.