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I recommend that new document ATTRACTIVE CAREERS IN RESEARCH: THE EXPECTATIONS & ROLES OF DIFFERENT STAKEHOLDER GROUPS https://lnkd.in/g32nMEhc

This rubric for early-career researchers to use in prioritising which projects to pursue resonates with me in a career sense (as a non-scientific researcher)! So often you have competing demands on your attention that aren't necessarily BAU for your role and choosing wisely which to pursue can really set you up for success both personally and professionally. The most rewarding periods I've experienced in my career have been from choosing opportunities to pursue that weren't necessarily on my 'top 5' in terms of succeeding in my current role, but rather have been creating stepping stones to something new. Anyway, that's my 2c on this Nature article! https://lnkd.in/gtCyn3B8

Dear Doctoral Careers Community,   Enjoy the ☀ days and empower yourself by grabbing the opportunities around you and joining the: ➡ UP Doctoral Careers Community  - Contact and get to know your peers - Clarify doubts or seek useful collaborations for your PhD project and professional future - Create and benefit from spontaneous mentoring - Share information that you think makes sense for the personal and professional development of the members of this group - Find information about initiatives tailor-made for you! 🔎 Follow the Community! https://lnkd.in/dafwMFHm Step by step 👇🏻 Step 1. Search for “Groups” on the left-hand side of your screen Step 2. Search for “UP Doctoral Careers Community” Step 3. Click on “Join” Step 4. Wait for validation🙂 ➡ Professional Opportunities and Prototyping Explore the different experiences you can prototype with some of the companies and institutions that have already joined UP Doctoral Careers here: https://lnkd.in/dQ4HBmVk    Note: to check out the offers, you should register on Connecting with your LinkedIn profile or email. After being accepted by U.Porto´s team, search for the menu "Opportunities" and dive into all the offers. 😎 More info: [email protected]   Best regards, The UP Doctoral Careers Team

The Benefits of Participating in Open Studies Participating in open studies can have numerous benefits for individuals looking to broaden their horizons and gain new insights. Open studies offer a unique opportunity to engage with a wide range of topics and perspectives that may not be covered in traditional educational settings. By participating in open studies, individuals can expand their knowledge base, connect with experts in various fields, and enhance their critical thinking skills. One of the primary benefits of participating in open studies is the opportunity to learn from experts in a given field. Open studies often involve lec... > Readmore https://lnkd.in/eTNPHgZB

The Life Scientists’ Guide to Applying for Jobs in Industry: What do you need to know when applying for jobs outside of academia? Hello Bio asked life science professionals Rachael Guenter, PhD, Joanne Kamens, PhD, Daniel Almeida, Ph.D., James Quinn, around the world to share their advice and top tips in The Life Scientists’ Guide to Applying for Jobs in Industry. https://lnkd.in/gXakemGX

As an early career researcher, or someone in the final stages of their PhD, a perennial question on one’s mind is “what’s next?”. This question, while completely natural, can cause anxiety, stress, and doubt. In this webinar, experts break down myths, expectations and approaches to finding the right research career. Chiat Cheong and Ralph Meulenbroeks discuss research career options outside of academia, provide a strategy for targeted career orientation, and help you identify the positions that suit you, giving you fulfilment in your work. You will come away with awareness of the professional value of your PhD, knowledge of opportunities which exist for PhD graduates, ways of finding your intrinsic motivation, and strategies of identifying jobs that suit you. #Elsevier #ResearcherAcademy #PhDCareers #EarlyCareerResearchers #LifeAfterPhD #ResearchJobs #PhDGraduates #PhDOpportunities #PostPhDLife #CareerStrategy #PhDToIndustry

As an early career researcher, or someone in the final stages of their PhD, a perennial question on one’s mind is “what’s next?”. This question, while completely natural, can cause anxiety, stress, and doubt. In this webinar, experts break down myths, expectations and approaches to finding the right research career. Chiat Cheong and Ralph Meulenbroeks discuss research career options outside of academia, provide a strategy for targeted career orientation, and help you identify the positions that suit you, giving you fulfilment in your work. You will come away with awareness of the professional value of your PhD, knowledge of opportunities which exist for PhD graduates, ways of finding your intrinsic motivation, and strategies of identifying jobs that suit you. #Elsevier #ResearcherAcademy #PhDCareers #EarlyCareerResearchers #LifeAfterPhD #ResearchJobs #PhDGraduates #PhDOpportunities #PostPhDLife #CareerStrategy #PhDToIndustry

As an early career researcher, or someone in the final stages of their PhD, a perennial question on one’s mind is “what’s next?”. This question, while completely natural, can cause anxiety, stress, and doubt. In this webinar, experts break down myths, expectations and approaches to finding the right research career. Chiat Cheong and Ralph Meulenbroeks discuss research career options outside of academia, provide a strategy for targeted career orientation, and help you identify the positions that suit you, giving you fulfilment in your work. You will come away with awareness of the professional value of your PhD, knowledge of opportunities which exist for PhD graduates, ways of finding your intrinsic motivation, and strategies of identifying jobs that suit you. #Elsevier #ResearcherAcademy #PhDCareers #EarlyCareerResearchers #LifeAfterPhD #ResearchJobs #PhDGraduates #PhDOpportunities #PostPhDLife #CareerStrategy #PhDToIndustry

Many people are reaching out to me since my last post about research. It may look hypocritical to discourage pursuing research opportunities, while I am a research scholar myself. So here is some context: I went unmatched in 2023 with zero interviews. That’s right, zero. I was very surprised given the fact that my scores were very good (240s), I had submitted the minimum 3 LORs required, and I had 8 publications on my ERAS CV. After investigating where I went wrong, I realised how much time and effort I had put into research, while paying very less attention to the quality of my rotations and LORs. Going through agencies is not a bad option, sometimes it’s the only option for most IMGs. However, unless you connect well with the doctor and shine during your rotation, your LOR will be very vague and not tailored to your skills. I am not discouraging pursuing research opportunities, in fact, I believe I learnt a lot through my research experiences and it will definitely make me a stronger physician. What I pointed out is the trend of seeing 10-20 publications on candidates’ CVs with weak USCEs. Put your energy, money and time where it matters. That is all I want to convey. I wish everyone the best! :)

For my Graduate Career Consortium colleagues, this was a sobering article in "Studies in Graduate and Postdoctoral Education" on the lack of engagement in career development activities among doctoral students. The authors found very low engagement with career services experts ("It was striking that nearly all who were interviewed said they had not engaged with career services, yet in hindsight, all wished they had."), and quite varied support for career development at the program and advisor level. Graduate Career Consortium https://lnkd.in/eWugNsPf