Academic career advice

Tips and resources to help you build a successful career in academia. From skills development during your PhD to preparing for a role in university administration, all academic career steps are covered. Here, you will find advice on promoting your work, growing your professional reputation and developing collegiate networks to support your academic career progression - or to help you move into industry.

By Laura.Duckett, 10 February, 2026

A guide to building a research career in Japan

A researcher in a lab sorting test tubes
For those willing to put in the effort, Japan offers strong research environments, lasting professional networks and a distinctive academic culture that shapes careers long after researchers leave, says Daniel Moraru
Reading time
4minutes
By Laura.Duckett, 29 January, 2026

What I wish I’d known before becoming a programme leader

University teacher helping two multiracial students
Becoming a programme leader means learning to lead without line management, protecting your boundaries, and playing the long game. Here, Tom Chapman reflects on what he’s learned during two decades in the role
Reading time
5minutes
By miranda.prynne, 12 January, 2026

Should I become a university administrator?

Spotlight: Should I become a university administrator
If you are considering a career move into university management, gather insights from this collection on what promotion from faculty to higher education administration entails
Academic career advice