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Postdoctoral Careers in Europe: United Kingdom
The UK is home to some of the world’s oldest and most prestigious universities. It is one of the most popular destinations for foreign academics, who are attracted by the diverse academic infrastructure and a leading research tradition that stretches back centuries.
Cover Letter: A Step-by-Step Guide
Writing a cover letter is a crucial part of the job application process. This gives you a chance to expand on your CV and impress the recruiter. A great cover letter can also help you to stand out from other applicants. That’s why it’s important that you keep it short and sweet, containing only the…>
Surviving The Assessment Centre
Although still little used in higher education recruitment, if you are applying for a senior job elsewhere in the public sector or are seeking a move into the private sector then it is likely that you will encounter the assessment centre at some point. And even in higher education, you may encounter elements of an…>
How to Write a CV for Speculative Applications
Speculative job applications can help you to access all kinds of hidden opportunities. They might not lead to a paid job immediately, but they can help you get your foot in the door and get access to the big decision-makers. Not all jobs are explicitly advertised. Sometimes you have to make a business notice you…>
Top Tips for Conducting Appraisals
The purpose of conducting appraisals is to increase an employee’s performance and efficiency – when done well, they should be a positive experience for both the appraiser and the appraisee. They are also intended to increase motivation, ensure that people are kept updated with the latest developments and inform them of the skills they will…>
Top Tips for Job Application Forms
Application forms are irritating. They ask difficult questions, some of which you may consider impertinent, others just silly. Why do employers use them? While most employers still rely on CVs, large organisations that receive huge numbers of job applications generally prefer to use their own application form. By using these forms they get answers to…>
