Zhang Lei, a traffic policeman who holds the title of Ph.D. at Jilin University of Technology and postdoctoral degree at Tsinghua University, has raised questions about his choice. In order to understand why he chose such a job, let's go back to 15 years ago.
Lei Zhang's career began when he graduated from Jilin University of Technology and entered Tsinghua University to pursue a PhD. His research has always focused on the field of automotive engineering. During his research, he and his supervisor participated in the on-site investigation and responsibility determination of a number of major traffic accidents in the Beijing Public Security Traffic Management Bureau. This experience gave him a keen interest in traffic police work. When he came out of the postdoctoral station, he was already 32 years old and chose to become a traffic policeman, which started his unique career journey.
In order to understand the motivation behind Zhang Lei's choice, we also need to understand his family situation. At the time, he was married and had a two-year-old son. His wife wanted him to be able to enter a university as a teacher, and her consideration was mainly for the education of her children. The wife believes that if Zhang Lei can work in a university, it will be more convenient for his children to go to school, and they can worry less about their son's education before the age of 15. Under the persuasion of relatives and friends, many people thought that Zhang Lei should go to the scientific research institute to continue his development, and his mentor also felt that he had great potential in scientific research. However, Zhang Lei insisted on his choice. He said: "Although it is possible to engage in scientific research, even if you do a major project and win a prize, the research results may only be sealed in a cabinet and cannot be transformed into practical applications. And he didn't think working in a foreign company would be a good choice, because at that time, most of the automotive industry was a joint venture, and the core technology was owned by foreign companies. Even if he achieves some achievements and breakthroughs, he may not be recognized, let alone the issue of intellectual property. In the face of his wife's incomprehension and the persuasion of his friend's mentor, Zhang Lei said firmly: "I want to do something practical, even if it seems to be a small job, but once there is a breakthrough, it may promote the progress of the entire industry." There is a lot of potential in this area. He thinks that his life is only a few decades, and he has left the station at the age of 32, and if he retires at the age of 60 according to the convention, he can only do it for a few decades, so why can't he do what he likes?So, he resolutely gave up the opportunity to work in a university or scientific research institute, joined the Beijing Traffic Police Brigade, and became an ordinary traffic policeman. This choice didn't attract much attention at first, but today, 15 years later, people really realize his value and contribution.
In his 15-year career as a traffic policeman, Zhang Lei's ingenuity has been fully utilized in his work. His unique thinking and expertise make him unique in the workplace, and people have drawn attention and praise to him. There are three main reasons for this fire.
First, he is a postdoctoral fellow at Tsinghua University. This degree is enough to attract attention in any industry, let alone an ordinary traffic policeman. People were curious and surprised by his educational background, and speculated about the wisdom of his choice. However, we should remember that academic qualifications are only a measure of talent, and what really matters is the attitude and ability of the individual, and whether he has contributed in his field.
Second, his postdoctoral experience has given him unique expertise and skills. In the work of the traffic police, he not only has rich experience in traffic accident investigation, but also can use the knowledge of fracture mechanics, fluid mechanics and other disciplines to analyze the cause of accidents and determine responsibility. He presided over the formulation of the public safety industry standard "Technical Appraisal of Vehicle Driving Speed Based on ** Image", which was promoted and applied nationwide. These professional knowledge and skills have allowed him to demonstrate postdoctoral level competence in his work, and have also contributed to the field of traffic accident identification as a whole.
Thirdly, he chose to work as an ordinary traffic policeman. This choice does not seem to match his high education, and it also raises doubts. However, Zhang Lei believes that traffic police work is not just an ordinary position, but a profession that requires professional knowledge and skills. His high education and professional background have enabled him to show his skills in traffic police work and bring new opportunities and breakthroughs to the development of the industry. Therefore, his choice did not waste educational resources, but instead demonstrated his ingenuity and sense of responsibility to society.
Zhang's career was not all smooth sailing, as he was diagnosed with lung cancer at the age of 39. When he took the CT report and went to the doctor with his wife, their hearts were full of worry and uneasiness. Although he successfully overcame the disease after surgery and chemotherapy, this life-and-death test made him more determined in his choice and original intention.
Undoubtedly, Zhang Lei's persistence and fighting spirit are moving. He not only has a high degree of education, but also has a wealth of professional knowledge and skills. However, he chose a seemingly ordinary job and put 15 years of hard work into it. His intellect and professional background have made him stand out in the work of traffic police and have made great contributions to the development of the entire industry. Whether it is setting industry standards or participating in the investigation and determination of liability for major traffic accidents, he has demonstrated his unique value.
Zhang Lei's story tells us that career choices are not just about fame and profit, but also about matching personal interests and values. He chose to become a traffic police officer and devote himself to the field of traffic accident identification because he believed that his professional knowledge and skills could produce greater value and influence in this field. His story is inspiring, sparks thought and discussion, and provides an opportunity for us to reflect on our own career choices.