Are you, or do you know, a UK-registered student with an interest in the future of pensions and long-term saving? If so, the Association of Consulting Actuaries Student Essay Competition for a prize of up to £3,000 is open for entries!
Find out more below, and apply here: https://aca.org.uk/aca-75th-anniversary-future-of-pensions-student-essay-competition-entry-form/
There’s a lot to navigate when it comes to writing your first Fellowship applications. In this blog we share tips and advice on what makes an effective application, how the Careers Service can support you and how to use your academic networks to help you develop your fellowship applications.
In this blog, we hear from Megan Thomson as she discusses how she moved from her degree in Natural Sciences at Cambridge to a career in performance marketing.
Megan studied Natural Sciences at the University of Cambridge. After completing her degree, she transitioned to a career in performance marketing. She spent the first 5 years of her career at a lead generation company, where she progressed from marketing executive to senior manager. She currently works as Head of Performance Marketing at Reedsy.
We often encourage students, alumni and postdocs with an interest in the charity sector to consider volunteering to gain experience. One option is volunteering as a charity trustee- a great way to get an insight into how charities work and what they do. Even if you’re considering working outside of charities, being a trustee can build networks and leadership experience. Here’s some stories from those who have tried it, sharing what they have gained- and given – in the role.
How do I know if I’m ready to apply for a fellowship?
Many factors come into play in determining if you’re ready to apply for a fellowship, such as your research discipline, career stage and goals, and your personal readiness. In some disciplines, it is normal to be ready for a fellowship towards the end of your PhD while in others you need to have established postdoctoral experience before you can begin.
Look at current fellowship holders in your discipline to get an idea of what is expected. Next, consider your career stage and how independently you are handling your research. As you embark on applying for a fellowship, it is a good idea to reflect on how a fellowship will impact your future career. Map out what your next steps might be if you get one, or if you don’t.
Finally, searching for and applying for fellowships is a lengthy process which requires dedicated time and energy. Weigh up the drawbacks and benefits of spending that time and energy before you begin. You may decide not to apply due to personal commitments and responsibilities or it may be advantageous to focus your time and energy on making progress toward your research goals instead.