Working safely in the lab and in the field is important, and if we want to include all scientists, we need to make tools and equipment more customized.
Research Careers
Women engineers who changed the world
Today’s post is in honour of International Women in Engineering Day, June 23rd 2023. With this post, I want to highlight the achievements of women in engineering and provide pathways for universities to recruit more young women to their engineering programs.
Social safety and inclusion at universities
In this article, Prof. Eva Lantsoght discusses social safety in the workplace and offers strategies to promote social connection.
How can we end plastic pollution?
It’s World Environment Day on June 5th and this year’s theme, ‘Beat Plastic Pollution,’ is a global call to action to reduce plastic use and waste.
The Lifelong Learning Bill – embrace the culture of upskilling
Have you heard the term ‘learning organisation’ before? It refers to organisations that prioritise professional growth, knowledge sharing, and enhancing employees’ career development. They encourage staff members to come up with new creative ideas, to network, and to continuously develop their skills. The more an organisation prioritises learning, the more…>
What is the difference between a Teaching Fellow and Research Fellow?
Organisations within the Higher Education (HE) sector often advertise for teaching and research fellows. Before you consider applying for these roles…
Embracing the Great Resignation
You may have heard the expression ‘The Great Resignation’ before. It describes a trend of people choosing to resign from their jobs as a result of the pandemic.
Academic Jobs in the Health and Medical Sector
Looking for academic jobs in the Health and Medical sector?
Perhaps you’re a doctor, dentist or nurse and want to make the move into lecturing and research. Or maybe you’re just starting out in the Health and Medical sector and are interested in routes to academia.
Is it too late for a career change?
Whether you have worked in the Higher Education sector for a few years or decades, it is absolutely possible to change your career. You can take some small steps immediately to start your journey. A career change may seem like a daunting experience to you at the start.