Early career research

By Anonymous (not verified), 6 October, 2021

Academic career development advice for early career researchers  – and those who manage ECRs – including time management, workload, mental health, well-being and networking

By Eliza.Compton, 27 March, 2024

Publication-based doctorate: is it for me?

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Potential research higher degree candidates from academia or industry will need to decide between a doctorate by thesis or by publication. Here are key questions to ask before embarking on the doctoral journey
By Laura.Duckett, 12 March, 2024

Open access: why and how to do it

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Here, a librarian and master of information student offer insight into facets of open access publishing and the challenges relating to it
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6minutes
By kiera.obrien, 8 March, 2024

How to balance teaching and research

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As an early-career academic, how can you juggle teaching and researching while also prioritising self-care? Callum Russell shares his reflections on striking a balance
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4minutes
By Laura.Duckett, 1 March, 2024

How to advance your academic career

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Working in an industry that shapes the lives of future generations, it is crucial to ensure that your decisions positively impact students’ educational journeys and contribute to the overall growth and success of the institution, writes Arunima K V
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4minutes
By Laura.Duckett, 8 February, 2024

How to turn down a promotion without losing face

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Being offered a promotion might be satisfying, but if it doesn’t align with your career goals, you should not feel obligated to accept the job, writes Shwetha Mudabagilu Krishnapp
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4minutes
By Eliza.Compton, 7 February, 2024

Strategies for cultivating academic resilience

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In a career that will make you question everything, challenge and failure are tools for moving forward, writes Andrew Stapleton. Here, he offers techniques to build resilience after setbacks
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3minutes
By Laura.Duckett, 17 January, 2024

How to craft a compelling academic CV

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Being able to condense your qualifications and achievements into an impactful academic CV is key to standing out as a researcher. Here, Ishwar Bhiradi offers advice on articulation, visual appeal and savvy AI integration to help you make a memorable first impression
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4minutes
By sara.custer, 3 January, 2024

How to show you’re the best person for the job

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Many applicants struggle to articulate their successes in their applications for a job, promotion or award. Harriet Dunbar-Morris is here to help you make your case
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3minutes
By Laura.Duckett, 20 December, 2023

Maximise your research impact with these seven LinkedIn tips

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LinkedIn works as a powerful tool for academics who want to share their research, yet self-promotion can be daunting. Here are seven tips to engage with other academics on the platform and define your brand
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5minutes
By Eliza.Compton, 13 December, 2023

How to survive the academic treadmill

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When working hours are stretched to cover marking, induction and other tasks, what is a busy scholar to do? Here, James Derounian offers suggestions for taking essential downtime
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4minutes
By Eliza.Compton, 12 December, 2023

Five ways to beat the procrastination monster

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Writing and procrastination often go together like pen and paper, but it doesn’t have to be that way. Here, Glenn Fosbraey offers strategies to stop putting off putting words on the page
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4minutes
By Eliza.Compton, 29 November, 2023

Advice for supervising a PhD by published works

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The route to a PhD by published works requires a different approach to supervision. Here, Alison Brettle provides aspects to consider based on her experience conducting, supervising and developing institutional guidance
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4minutes
By Eliza.Compton, 20 November, 2023

Don’t keep your distance learners at a distance

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Tailored communication, supervision and technology can give distance-learning postgraduate researchers the same sense of belonging as their on-campus counterparts. Here, Richard Thomas offers ways to close the gap
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4minutes
By Eliza.Compton, 15 November, 2023

How to help postdocs take a holistic look at career choices

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After their terminal degrees, many postdocs find themselves at a career crossroads. Here, Karena Nguyen offers four key considerations across background, skills, values and interests to help determine what’s next
By Eliza.Compton, 2 November, 2023

What is your academic writing temperament?

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Many early career researchers struggle to write enough. The key is to move away from an abstract notion of productivity and towards a productive writing process, explains Rachael Cayley. Here, she offers questions to help ECRs find their writing rhythm
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5minutes
By Eliza.Compton, 12 September, 2023

An academic’s advice for navigating risk

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From publication to grant applications, the rites of academia come with unfavourable odds. Yet researchers are rarely taught how to deal with uncertainty. Here, Yaniv Hanoch offers mitigation strategies
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4minutes
By Eliza.Compton, 11 September, 2023

How mentor and mentee can help each other

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Mentorship is a symbiotic relationship. Here, two scientists look at steps in the meeting process and benefits from both sides
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4minutes
By Eliza.Compton, 4 September, 2023

Six lessons from facilitating a formalised mentoring programme

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An institutional formalised mentoring scheme can offer invaluable career guidance for early- and mid-career academics. Here, based on 15 years of managing a programme for academic staff, Karen Mather offers her key takeaways
By Eliza.Compton, 30 August, 2023

Pathways to prosperity in casual academia

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The journey from adjunct to permanent requires adaptability, foresight and self-awareness. Here, Andrew Stapleton offers tips – such as diversifying skills, strategic branding and mobility – to enhance an academic career
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4minutes
By Eliza.Compton, 9 August, 2023

Illuminating the shadowy path to success in academia

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Postdocs and early career researchers, do not believe the myths about the route to a stellar academic career, says Andrew Stapleton. Here are better directions to get you and your work noticed
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4minutes
By Eliza.Compton, 4 August, 2023

Shifting landscapes of social media data for research

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What can researchers do in light of changes to social media platforms’ APIs that reduce and monetise access to data? In this uncharted territory, aspects to watch include new access routes and user protections
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3minutes
By Eliza.Compton, 3 August, 2023

How to embrace change as a spectrum

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In a complex, ever-evolving environment, faculty may need strategies to navigate their fluctuating comfort levels. Here are ways to lean into change – from reflection and curiosity to active participation
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4minutes
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