by Sarah Marten Dorette Morgan spent six months during 2009 at the University of Otago, Dunedin, New Zealand undertaking an exchange visit in the Human Resources department where she worked as a Human Resources Adviser. Dorette’s usual job is Personnel Manager at the University of Bristol, working with the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry….>
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Learning Technologist at the Brighton and Sussex Medical School
by Sarah Marten Tim Vincent is a Learning Technologist at the Brighton and Sussex Medical School (BSMS), which is a partnership between the University of Brighton, the University of Sussex, and Brighton and Sussex University Hospitals NHS Trust. In 2009 BSMS obtained a 95% overall satisfaction rate in the National Student Survey, the second…>
The Challenges Facing Academic Staff in UK Universities
Everyone who has featured as a case study in our Career Development pages agrees on one thing – they really enjoy their jobs, and have no plans to move on from the university sector in the foreseeable future! Most echo the feelings of Professor Martin Shepperd from Brunel University who said, “I love my job…>
Visiting Fellow at the University of New South Wales, Australia
by Sarah Marten Dr Karl Cox Dr Karl Cox has recently returned to the UK after working in Australia for over six years, initially as a Senior Research Associate in the School of Computer Science and Engineering at the University of New South Wales (UNSW) in Sydney. He then proceeded to combine a post…>
Professor and Head of Marketing
About you? What is your background? BE (Chemical ENGG.) PGDBM (IIM-Bangalore) PhD (Management sciences) What initially attracted you to your job? The challenge of being a fresh mind in this area of knowledge and of stimulating creativity in young minds. I believe these are the pillars of the nation. Define your job? a) As…>
Professor of History/ Director of the Centre for the Study of the Renaissance
Steve Hindle is Professor of History at the University of Warwick and is also the Director of the Centre for the Study of the Renaissance. About You What is your background/experience? A-levels at Secondary school in Warrington, Lancs. (1983); BA History Cambridge (1986), MA History & Political Science Minnesota (1988); PhD History Cambridge (1992); JRF…>
Apply For Visiting Fellowships in the USA
Serving as a visiting fellow can help to enhance your CV and show a greater international reputation in your quest to enhance your career opportunities. The prospect of working abroad can be exciting. A popular destination for many academics seeking visiting appointments is the USA – an understandable phenomenon, based on the large number of…>
Plant Science Jobs Profile
Plant science, also known as botany, is a fascinating branch of biological sciences which focuses on the biology, diversity, genomics, evolution and adaptation of plants. What do Plant Scientists do? Plant scientists study plants, fungi and algae to develop innovative solutions and products which improve food and crop security, sustainability and the conservation of natural…>
Entomology Jobs Profile
Entomology jobs focus on the study of insects, their evolution, behaviour and interactions, which in turn lead to astounding scientific breakthroughs. Find out how to pursue a career as an entomologist.
Wildlife Ecology and Conservation Jobs Profile
Find out how jobs in Wildlife Ecology and Conservation are crucial to understanding the world around us and protecting animals, plants and their habitats.