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Dr Silvia Gullino – Academic Spotlight Interview

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Dr. Silvia Gullino’s academic journey began in Italy. Growing up in a medieval town surrounded by churches and buildings inspired Silvia to become an architect and work locally, fulfilling her desire to contribute to the conservation of old structures in a town she loves. While training as an architect, Silvia’s fascination with the city’s scale…>

What is a Principal Investigator?

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If you’re an experienced researcher, you might be thinking about taking your career to the next level as a Principal Investigator (PI). The role of the Principal Investigator is crucial to the success of research projects of all sizes and involves significant responsibility. This profile takes a comprehensive look at what a Principal Investigator does,…>

Advance your STEM career in 2024

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There has never been a better time to explore new career opportunities in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). In today’s tech-driven world, advances in STEM fields are transforming the way we live and work. As a result, there is soaring global demand for talented individuals who can accelerate innovation and technology ever further across…>

Katie Sharrocks – Academic Spotlight Interview

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Katie’s journey into academia came from her love of learning. She enjoys the freedom to delve into her research with the opportunity to learn something new every day. Inspired by Jennifer Doudna, one of the pioneering women to be honoured with a Nobel Prize in the sciences, Katie aspires for her research to contribute meaningfully…>

Questions to ask when choosing your academic specialism

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Do you find it challenging when choosing your academic specialism?  Have you got lots of ideas but may be concerned about which one to commit to?  Choosing your academic specialism can be a big decision and it is important to get it right.  In the following article, I have selected some questions you could ask….>

Pacing Yourself During Your PhD

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Pacing yourself during your PhD will help keep you on track with deadlines and goals and help you avoid getting overwhelmed. This article will help you with some top tips on how to keep yourself going at a steady and sensible pace during your studies. Reflect on your motivation Research shows that some individuals are…>

PhD networking

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PhD networking is an essential skill. You will gain valuable contact with people in your industry who could help you in your PhD and after. In this article, I have selected some tips on how to network and why these skills could be useful in the future. Attending networking events could help you to expand your academic…>

How recruiters can support neurodiverse candidates | Webinar summary and recording

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 Webinar Summary – How recruiters can support neurodiverse candidates Inclusion starts during the hiring process. There are a range of adaptations that can be made during advertising, in the application process, and in interviews to accommodate neurodiverse candidates, ensuring you are seeing them at their best and not excluding them from the process. jobs.ac.uk gathered…>

Shravani Sharma – Academic Spotlight Interview

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jobs.ac.uk Academic Spotlight Interviews kicks off with Shravani Sharma from WMG, University of Warwick. She is a third-year engineering PhD student. Shravani’s journey to academia began as she grew up in Assam, India. She grew up in a quiet, small city; however, over time, she observed rapid development and urbanisation that led to wider and…>