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Practical advice for finding and landing academic and university jobs in the UK: applications, interviews, PhDs and postdocs, pay and life in higher education.

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Interviews

The Informal Chat Before a UK Academic Job Interview

Many UK academic job ads invite you for an informal chat before applying. Here's what it really means and how to handle it.

25 Sep 2026 · 6 min read
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Academic careers

UniJobs UK: Your Guide to Finding Academic Jobs in Britain

Everything you need to know about using UniJobs to find academic and university jobs across the UK.

24 Sep 2026 · 5 min read
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Academic careers

Research Assistant Jobs: The Perfect Entry-Level Academic Role

Thinking about a career in academia? A research assistant position is one of the best ways to get started. Here's why.

23 Sep 2026 · 6 min read
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Applying for jobs

Research Assistant Cover Letter: How to Stand Out

A strong research assistant cover letter can set you apart in a competitive field. Here's how to write one that gets noticed.

23 Sep 2026 · 6 min read