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Category Archives: Academic Jobs
Choosing a research job
Choosing a research job right after a PhD is tricky business. There are so many factors to take into account. 1. Country: One might have to stay in one country out of necessity (family requirements/immigration requirements etc.) or one may … Read More
Finding out about research job openings
Research job openings can occur at ‘random’ times and one has to be on one’s toes to find out. Sometimes, one finds out only too late or right before the deadline. So what is the best way to find out … Read More
Tagged: finding out, research job openings
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Postdoc advice 2
This is a sequel to the previous entry on advice by experience postdoctoral researchers. One researcher who I know well mentioned that it is important to establish a name for your self by getting results independently so that one’s work … Read More
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Postdoc Advice
A postdoc is an ideal time to build one’s research profile and getting quality publications is one of the primary aims. Recently, I have been talking to postdoctoral fellows I know in the university. I wanted to find what other … Read More
Dependable References
Since I applied for some jobs last winters, I realized that not only are good references important but it is also necessary that one’s references are attentive and timely in their response if asked to send a letter. Thankfully, there … Read More
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Mathematics Jobs
There was recently an interesting survey on the ‘best’ jobs. The findings were compiled by Les Krantz, author of Jobs Rated Almanac, and are based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and the Census Bureau. It turns … Read More
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December
December has been a strange month. Although my intention was to accelerate on thesis write-up, most of the time has been spent composing research statements and submitting applications for research jobs that sounded interesting. Although, the PhD summary part of … Read More
Tagged: December, Research Applications
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