Career Development for STEMM researchers
Dr Vic This week I’m delighted to introduce Carmen Rietdijk PhD, who’s provided an opinion piece on sexism in academia. Carmen is a certified coach for PhD students. Her philosophy is that the PhD experience can be so much more than an uphill battle. She offers specialised one-to-one coaching, workshops, and presentations on a wide range of … Read more
Proactively building a warm network of individuals who are prepared to help, is the key to launching and progressing your career. Last time I outlined the importance of networking in projecting yourself into the job market, and why you shouldn’t have any fears about networking to develop your career. Effective networking will provide you with … Read more
Networking is essential to career progression, whether you want that coveted tenured position, or are looking to leave academia and forge a post-academic (post-ac) career elsewhere. In academia you have a readymade safety net of experienced senior colleagues who will hopefully vouch for you, interpret the nuances of the sector, and allow you access to … Read more