50 Things to Think About as an Early Career Researcher

Charting a course through the first years of a research career, while retaining control of your life and your authenticity is more challenging than it has ever been. This book argues that there are multiple ways of being an ECR, and that research pathways are uniquely individual. It shows how to prepare yourself for your research journey and contains useful hints about preparing manuscripts, writing research grants, developing supervision skills, and forging a successful research career. Offering solutions to common challenges, it provides insights into preparing CVs, preparing for interviews and other opportunities for you and your career.