Research in foreign Lands: Part II- the cherishable experience
Nazia Nasir -
In the first part, I discussed some of the challenges that scholars face when moving to a foreign country for their research. But it’s not all that bad, once the…
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Moving to a New City and Finding a Job: What to Know
Frankie Wallace -
For anyone, finding a new job can be daunting. But if you’re moving to a new city where you don’t know anyone, it can be even more terrifying. However, you…
What you need to know before you get that first lectureship position
Jenson Lim -
[NB: the author is a lecturer at a Scottish university in the field of biological sciences and writes from that perspective] So, this is it – after several years of…
UK academic considering a move to Australia?
jobs.ac.uk careers -
Have you thought about moving from the UK to work in the higher education sector in Australia but unsure about the practicalities? We collated your questions and queries about…
What’s your plan?
Naomi Pierce -
I’m one of life’s planners, the kind that make lists for everything. I’ve even been known to create a spreadsheet for my shopping lists. Why do I this? Mainly because…
Boogie-Woogie Feng Shui
Jenny Walklate -
Last night I had a meeting which I’ve been waiting for for some time: and it turned out to be a great experience for all the participants, I think. Lots…
Voices of Authority
Jenny Walklate -
I’ve often figured that, given my education, I should be able to sort things out on my own. That I should know – just, instinctively, know – how to do…
Spider in the Web
Jenny Walklate -
How does one do this, this work, research, write, lark? It is hard: and I am aware that I say this from a distinct position of privilege. I’ve just, very…
Movements of Fire and Shadow
Jenny Walklate -
It’s surreal, and disconcerting, to experience a familiar event from a different perspective. When I’ve attended conferences, even if I’ve been helping out administratively, I’ve always been involved – always…
