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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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Working in higher education

External Examiner: What the Role Involves and How to Get It

What does an external examiner actually do in UK higher education, and how do you become one? A practical guide to the role.

3 Oct 2026 · 6 min read
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Academic careers

UniJobs UK: Your Guide to Finding Academic Jobs in Britain

Looking for academic jobs in the UK? UniJobs lists PhD studentships, postdocs, lectureships and professional services roles across British universities.

1 Oct 2026 · 6 min read
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Academic careers

UniJobs: How to Find Academic Jobs in UK Higher Education

UniJobs lists academic roles across UK universities, from PhD studentships to professorships. Here's how to make the most of it.

29 Sep 2026 · 6 min read
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Academic careers

Red Brick Universities: Reputation, Employability and Excellence

Are red brick universities well-regarded? We look at their academic reputation, graduate employability and what they offer staff and students.

29 Sep 2026 · 6 min read
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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