Should I upload my CV on multiple science job websites?
There are many science job websites where scientists can upload their CV to find a job. Thus, should you create and upload several professional CV on these job websites? Probably not! Interestingly, I...
View ArticleOn which social media platform should I post a professional profile as a...
There are some good reasons to have at least one professionally looking social media profile for a career in science but there are also a lot of caveats. It is a good advice to start with one of the...
View ArticleSocial media profiles are bad for most scientists!
Social media such as LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter and Google+ are present everywhere. Many scientists wonder whether they are missing out on something and ask themselves: “Should I create LinkedIn,...
View ArticleDoes CORONA kill my career?
Lockdown makes it difficult to do experiments and to work on your scientific career. Losing a few months of your research may not seem so dramatic… or is it? You sit at home and have to motivate...
View ArticleUsing the lockdown as a strategic advantage for your career in science
Despite everyone complaining about the lockdown, I believe it can be used as a golden opportunity for your scientific career… Although I didn’t dare mention this at the beginning. The post Using the...
View ArticleWhich bibliometric data are relevant for a research career?
For any scientist pursuing a career in academia, bibliographic metrics such as impact factors or citations are essential for measuring the impact and relevance of their research. But which...
View Article28 Tips to Get More Citations for Your Publications
Everybody knows that high impact factors are essential for a career in science. However, young scientists often underestimate the value of citations. They provide a more valuable estimate of the...
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