Many academics have their own personal homepage. Creating a personal website is not only a fun thing to do, but can also help in terms of career progress and visibility.
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By now, LinkedIn, Twitter or Instagram are no longer new. For many scientists, social media platforms have become an integral tool for global networking, sharing research ideas, and job search. But, what is a good way for scientists to make the best use of these platforms?
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Learn how scientists can use the Harvard Negotiation Principles for salary and contract negotiations, workplace conflicts and other difficult situations.
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You have just finished your science degree or will do so in the near future? What could come next and how to prepare for this big step in your career?
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As a scientist, we often work in a cross-cultural setting. Our research groups are international, we collaborate around the globe, and most of us will spend part -or even all- of our career abroad. We can and should feel privileged to work in such a diverse and intercultural work environment.
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He follows his dream, he wants to become a university professor. For years he fights himself through the German academic system, but that is not always easy. And the future is uncertain, very uncertain to say the least. An interview with Dr. Eloi Montanez.
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How to become a professor – what hiring committees are looking for. Academic portfolio. Chemistry World. Publications, funding and more.
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Introspection is a self-analysis. This should be the first step in your career development: knowing about your interests, values, and skills.
Online career resources, which we´ve summarised and commented on for you. With these, you should be able to find relevant jobs, funding sources, salary benchmarks, and general orientation for your job hunt.
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Alternative career options in industry, academia, government, patent law, entrepreneurship, consulting and publishing
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