The careers blog
Our bloggers share their thoughts and real life experiences in both academic discipline posts where you can pick up tips and join in conversations about a particular subject, and more general posts about jobseeking, academic life, working abroad and much more.
Be Scam Aware
WhatsApp scams are on the rise, be aware of people impersonating jobs.ac.uk by phone and WhatsApp. jobs.ac.uk will never contact you through WhatsApp. If you receive a text or…
How Twitter Enhances Scientific Careers
Have you ever wondered why Twitter is the social media platform of choice for academics? Why the Academic Twitter is so valuable to hiring committees? Then read on.
Managing loneliness during a PhD
One of the best aspects of a PhD is the independence and freedom. Meaning that most people don’t have to answer to a line manager, complete timesheets, or deal with…
Celebrating all the little things
Celebrating all the little things A PhD is a strange beast. It is a huge amount of work, over a long period of time, and completing this is something to…
Flexible Working
How I work One of the best, and yet possibly hardest things about doing a PhD is the flexibility it gives. For the most part, you can work when, where,…
