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Dr Rojin Vishkaie – PhD Students: Where are they now?

PhD Students: Where are they now? Dr Rojin Vishkaie Dr Rojin Vishkaie is a researcher with over 15 years of experience spanning academia and industry. She holds a PhD in Computational Design with a specialization in Human–Computer Interaction (HCI). Her work currently focuses on developer experience across AI, gaming, graphics, and high-performance computing. She leads cross-functional research…>

In Conversation with Professional Services | Daniel Parker-Wade

Daniel is a Learning and Development Specialist at the University of Warwick. Personal development sits at the heart of Daniel’s career. He has developed a strong interest in leadership theories and models, which he continues to explore through active networking across the University, listening to colleagues and learning from their diverse experiences. In his interview,…>

Ask a Chief Reputation Officer – Joan Concannon

Do You Enjoy Connecting People, Ideas and Communities? Joan Concannon from the University of York is here to talk about her role as Chief Reputation and Stakeholder Officer and how she built her career. A Chief Reputation and Stakeholder Officer helps a university build and maintain trust. The role focuses on aligning what the university…>

Dr Rim Yassine Kassab – PhD Students: Where are they now?

PhD Students: Where are they now? Dr Rim Yassine Kassab Rim completed her PhD in 2023, where she studied the politics of urban transformation at the University of Liverpool. Her research was motivated by the need for cities in the global south to be taken seriously. Rim is currently a Programme Coordinator and Lecturer in…>

How To Become a Top Candidate With Your Job Applications | Webinar Summary and Recording

  Webinar Summary and Recording What are top 1% candidates doing differently in CVs and written applications to consistently receive interview invites in education, public sector, charity and university recruitment?  Career Coach Farrah Morgan guides a practical masterclass on writing stronger CVs and criteria-based applications for early career professionals in the public sector and education,…>

In Conversation with Professional Services | Chris Irwin

In Conversation with Chris Irwin Chris Irwin is the Head of Digital Skills at Goldsmiths, University of London. He began his career in 2017 after graduating with a BA in Drama and Film, joining Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance as a Graduate Intern in AV Support. Chris later moved to Royal Holloway, University…>

Dr Adriano da Silva Marinho – PhD Students: Where are they now?

PhD Students: Where are they now? Dr Adriano da Silva Marinho Adriano completed his PhD in 2019 at the University of the Sunshine Coast. His research explored how prolonged and repeated use of virtual reality video games can affect human health. He is now a software engineer at Kraken in Brisbane, Australia. Graduating into the…>

Ask a Librarian – Matthew Shaw

  Curious About a Career as a Librarian in Higher Education? Matthew Shaw is Librarian of The Queen’s College, Oxford, and he has answered your questions about working within library services. Working as a university librarian can be a hugely rewarding career, and Matthew has shared his experiences, how his career progressed, a typical day,…>

In Conversation with Professional Services | Becky Wallwork

In conversation with Becky Wallwork! jobs.ac.uk is in conversation with Becky Wallwork, a Senior Contracts Manager at the University of Cambridge. With over 15 years of experience across UK universities, NHS Trusts, and national research networks, her career has focused on enabling world-class research by balancing opportunities with risk. Becky’s career in HE started as…>

Build your personal brand for career success | Webinar summary and recording

  ‘Build your personal brand for career success’ webinar summary and recording Personal brand isn’t just a buzzword; it’s your professional reputation in action, shaping how others perceive your expertise and experience. In this practical webinar, you’ll learn how to define what you want to be known for, showcase your expertise with confidence, create a…>