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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…>

How to work with a recruiter or hiring manager

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What is a recruiter? Whether you’re on the lookout for your next opportunity in a similar field, or you’re a career changer, working with a recruiter can be a real advantage when enhancing your job search. Recruiters are professionals who match individuals with positions, acting as the middle party between candidates and organisations looking to…>

Understanding research ethics | Webinar summary and recording

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‘Understanding research ethics’ – Webinar summary  Research ethics is a vital part of any research project, ensuring your research is ethical, safe and those who participate in your study are informed and protected.   jobs.ac.uk have joined up with Dr Petra Boynton, a Social Psychologist, and James Parry, Chief Innovation Officer at UKRIO, to bring you…>

Copywriting Made Simple

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Did you know that you read differently on a screen than the way you read in print? Does your copywriting reflect this? When you read print books, magazines, and newspapers, you tend to read methodically, meaning you’re more likely to read word-for-word. But when reading from a screen, you’re much more likely to scan the…>

Tips to encourage emotional safety at work

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Do you work in a management role, and you would like to improve relationships within your team? In this article, you will find some guidance on how to encourage emotional safety at work. Discover different approaches to improve relationships and help your team members thrive. The term psychological safety comes from the work of Dr…>