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How to navigate career progression

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As a member of staff within Professional Services in the Higher Education (HE) sector there will be wide-ranging opportunities for navigating career progression and development. Whilst this will offer exciting prospects, with such variety available, navigating those options and pursuing the right one(s) for you, may seem overwhelming. Read our guide below on how to…>

How to achieve a good work-life balance

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Achieving a good work-life balance is essential to your success and wellbeing. In the article below, we shall explore 10 top tips on how to strike this balance and what you can do to achieve mental wellbeing. Why is work-life balance important? Although work plays a significant part in our lives, it should not consume…>

Why share your research?

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In today’s competitive research landscape, many early-career researchers (ECRs) with aspirations for a long and healthy academic career might be wondering where to start with getting their research noticed. Whereas others might think it an impossible task to establish themselves as credible. When there is so much research out there already, and some of it…>

Ask a PhD Supervisor – Iain Jackson

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  Get into the mind of a PhD Supervisor! Are you a researcher or lecturer wondering if supervising is for you, an experienced mentor seeking out new advice or a PhD student looking for a peek behind the curtain? Professor Iain Jackson, University of Liverpool, has answered your questions about being a PhD Supervisor. Here…>

How to use employer research effectively to support your applications

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Carrying out employer research is an essential part of producing high-quality, tailored applications that will stand out to prospective employers. Undertaking thorough research about the organisation you have applied to will also put you in a stronger position. Preparing for further stages of the recruitment process, including interviews. Read our guide below to find out…>

Funding and Financial Stability During Your PhD

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So, you’re thinking about applying for a PhD? One of the most important, and sometimes overlooked, considerations is how you’ll fund it. Whether you’re applying for a fully funded PhD or planning to self-fund, understanding your financial options is essential for both your academic success and personal well-being. There are funded PhDs and self-funded PhDs,…>

Interview in less than 24 hours

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Do you have an interview invitation and need to prepare quickly? In the following article, we will share our top tips and guidance for your interview, as well as a preparation checklist. An interview is a conversation which helps your employers find out more about you. Your interviewers will ask you a number of questions…>

Are you using AI to write papers?

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Artificial Intelligence writing tools are easily accessible today. Since the release of ChatGPT in 2022, the use of AI has created worries for those working in the Higher Education sector. Academics and lecturers have been concerned that such tools would encourage academic dishonesty and plagiarism. In the article below, we shall explore several ways to…>

Training programmes to develop your career

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 Training programmes to develop your career Working within higher education, whether starting out in a learning support or teaching capacity, or with a focus on research, can offer a highly rewarding career, but it is only natural to want to progress and to enhance your professional development for the betterment of both your own prospects…>