A research proposal is key in securing funding sources such as research scholarships, grants, and fellowships to support your PhD or postdoctoral journey. It forms your first impression on PhD selection committees and postdoc grant or fellowship reviewers, blending precision with vision. A research proposal is a personal appeal. Think of it as data-driven storytelling,....
If you plan to pursue research roles in universities or industry after completing your PhD, a postdoctoral fellowship can significantly improve your prospects. In particular, if your goal is to become a professor, completing a postdoc will strengthen your academic profile. However, if you are aiming for a lectureship or teaching-focused position, this research-intensive stage....
Depending on the destination, type of position, and type of funding you are applying for, you may need to find a supervisor before (or after) submitting your formal application. The requirements can vary based on the degree level (undergraduate to postdoctoral positions) and the type of funding, such as self-funded, fully research-funded, or teaching-funded positions.....
Some postdoc applicants still struggle with writing email to professor for postdoc positions or asking them for hosting their grant/fellowship applications, even though they have experience effectively contacting academics. Postdoc candidates must use the official application forms designated to a position or fellowship because postdoc positions are categorized as academic job positions rather than academic....
Marie Curie Postdoc Fellowship stands out as a widely sought-after grant offered to emerging researchers following the completion of their PhD. Within the framework of the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA), i.e., a funding program of the European Union (EU), diverse grants are available. These grants support researchers at various career stages, encompassing PhD students through....
