Universities measure almost everything – except leadership
LSE Impact BlogUniversities count papers and grants but not leadership. Christoph Trattner sets out what good research leadership looks like and how to document it.
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Universities are overlooking their established researchers
Dementia ResearcherSteve Joy argues that established researchers need development and recognition that reflect their working lives, not just support at the start and the top
The Stages of a PhD: What to Expect From Offer to Graduation
A stage-by-stage guide to the UK PhD, from accepting your offer to graduation: the milestones, reviews, teaching, the viva and what to think about when.
What’s the secret sauce for happy scientists at work?
Nature Careers BlogMeaningful work, flexibility and job security all matter more than salaries do, Nature’s job satisfaction survey shows. Shared from Nature Careers.
Admire another researcher’s work? Tell them about it
A small act of appreciation won’t solve the structural problems of academic life. But it can’t hurt. Shared from Nature Careers.
How to Respond to Peer Reviewers With Confidence
A step-by-step guide to turning reviewer comments into a stronger paper and a clear response letter, including when to disagree, with worked examples.
PhD Salary in Europe: What Doctoral Candidates Are Paid in 29 Countries
What is a PhD salary in Europe? Eurodoc compares 29 countries and finds being employed or on a stipend matters more than where you study.
Making Conferences Accessible: New ALBA Guidelines for Organisers
New ALBA guidelines show conference accessibility needn’t cost much, plus a new database to connect neuroscientists with disabilities.
STEM PhDs: Why Background Still Shapes the Path to PhD
A major new report finds students from low-socioeconomic backgrounds are far less likely to reach a STEM PhD, even with a first from a top university.
How to Peer Review a Paper: A Step-by-Step Guide for Your First Review
Most researchers do their first peer review with no training at all. A step-by-step guide to reviewing a paper, from the invitation to the report, including what is and isn’t your job and the rules on AI.
Professional Services Staff: The Invisible Majority in Universities
A new HEPI report finds professional and support staff are 56% of the UK university workforce, yet change, low pay and missing career paths are taking a toll.
DPhil, PhD by Publication, Professional Doctorate, what’s the difference?
Every PhD is a doctorate, but not every doctorate is a PhD. Fadime Sahin explains how the PhD, PhD by publication and professional doctorates differ.