Writing an academic CV in English: 7 tips
This is a sponsored post from Nature Research Editing Service, part of Springer Nature … Read more
A picture is worth a thousand words
In most western countries, the number of PhD graduates in the life sciences has increased by around 50% over the last ten years. As the job market, in both academia and industry, has been largely flat in most countries, this PhD glut is creating undesirable patterns of employment — and unemployment. Some academics are calling for ‘academic birth control’, but the academic system itself profits from the resulting endless supply of cheap labour. Read more
Marketing yourself, politics and post-truth
Achieving your dream job is always going to be a bit of a challenge. You may have a great degree, and maybe relevant experience, but getting your potential employer to believe you are absolutely the right person for the job means marketing yourself correctly. This can be tricky, particularly if you are starting off new in a field with no established reputation behind you. Read more
The way to success in science
A degree in science is just one stepping stone on a long path with varied exits, curves and about-turns. Choosing wisely is not always an easy task, but there’s no right way to success: there’s a whole lot out there to choose from. Read more
You’re a designer — act like one
Naturejobs journalism competition winner Lev Tankelevitch … Read more
The power of volunteering – getting ahead by getting involved
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Babies or career: How to keep young researchers in science
Naturejobs journalism competition winner Ulrike Träger. Read more
Failing to fail gracefully
Guest contributor John Tregoning … Read more
Highlights from the Naturejobs Career Expo
What are the best ways to make yourself into the most appealing job candidate? How do you perfect your CV – or resume? And what should you do before, during and after a job interview? Read more
Naturejobs monthly roundup – April 2016
First up this month is our ever-popular post on the value of Liebeth Aerts’ PhD, where she takes a look back one year after graduating. Read more
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