Careers in academia

Find out more about the fundamentals of planning a career in academia

Guides and online resources

Infographic Careers – Steps to Securing a Lectureship (PDF) This guide provides information on how you can increase your chance of success in a competitive market and includes a comprehensive list of vacancy websites.

Research Careers Within Academia (PDF)

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Infographic Careers – Academic CV Checklist (PDF)

Making the most of the opportunities and navigating the challenges for early career researchers

Interdisciplinary Research - A Guide for ECRs

Innovation Careers Hub

A one-stop shop for researchers at all levels who are interested in pursuing innovation as part of their career path at the University of Edinburgh. It offers information and resources for innovation-active academics and those who support them including an Innovation Competency Framework and a Learning and Development Brochure. These resources will help all researchers understand their current competencies, their future needs and plan accordingly, supported by their line managers. 

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