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What is a University Tutor?

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Have you been thinking about applying for university tutor jobs? Are you confused about what skills you would need to step into a new tutoring role? In the following article, I have selected some guidance on what skills and qualifications you would need. University tutors help a wide range of students to achieve their potential…>

Virtual or in-person networking? Do we need skills for both? | Webinar summary and recording

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‘Virtual or in-person networking? Do we need skills for both?’ | Webinar summary and recording     jobs.ac.uk brought together Paula Keville, Andrew Unwin, and Susan Sheehan Watson to discuss the topic and help gain insight into the importance of both virtual and in-person networking. In today’s interconnected world, building and nurturing professional relationships is…>

Plant Science Jobs Profile

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Plant science, also known as botany, is a fascinating branch of biological sciences which focuses on the biology, diversity, genomics, evolution and adaptation of plants. What do Plant Scientists do? Plant scientists study plants, fungi and algae to develop innovative solutions and products which improve food and crop security, sustainability and the conservation of natural…>

A guide to publishing for Early Career Researchers

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There can be a lot of pressure on early career researchers to work towards publication. With this in mind, it is essential to have a clear plan in place to ensure you utilise your time effectively, and can confidently navigate the processes associated with publishing your work. Whether you’re working towards a journal article, or…>

Working overseas – the pros and cons

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Tom Tuohy looks into the growing market for academics working abroad and the pros and cons of doing so It’s no secret that our globalized world has seen a sea change in the number of academics travelling abroad for work. This was true even before Covid when many academics may have felt their career had…>

How can CPD Microcredentials enhance your career?

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What is a CPD microcredential? A CPD microcredential is an online course that will support you in developing sector or industry-relevant skills, knowledge and expertise and will provide you with a certification and/or a number of academic credits depending on the course or provider. Most commonly learners will receive a digital certificate and/or badge which…>

Professor Stephen Heard – Academic Spotlight Interview

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Professor Stephen Heard is an evolutionary ecologist and entomologist at the University of New Brunswick in Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada. Before joining UNB, he was on the faculty at the University of Iowa.  Stephen’s work consists of studies of plants, insects, and the interactions between them.  Most of Stephen’s research has to do with plant-insect…>