Dr Andy Stapleton, PhD

For many PhDs, postdocs are the next ‘natural step’ in their career. However, finances may be an issue. Do you get paid as a post doc? if yes, how much? The average salary for postdocs in academia hovers around $50,000–$65,000. Industry jobs, by contrast, can start at $75,000 or more. Many factors influence final pay, … Read more

When you’re a PhD student, your productivity is your lifeline. Apps and tools can make all the difference in managing the chaos of research, deadlines, and data. What are the best apps for PhD students? Some of the best apps for PhD students include: Here are a list of best apps for PhD students that … Read more

If you are looking to write and publish your own research paper for the first time, it can be hard to plan ahead, since you are not sure how much time it takes. How long does it take to write a research paper? Generally, some students take 3 to 6 months to write their first … Read more

If you’re a PhD looking to transition into an industry job, you’re not alone. The job market for PhDs has exploded in recent years, and there’s no shortage of opportunities if you know where to look. What are the industry job for PhD holders available today? Some of the industry jobs available for PhDs today … Read more

As you spend more time in postgraduate studies, you may start hearing about PhD, and also postdoctorate position. Are they the same? Does postdoc mean PhD too? Postdocs are almost always PhD holders, with some rare exception in field such as social science. This is because a postdoc position usually is part of a PhD … Read more

Suppose you finished your PhD. Chances are you may be thinking about what to do after PhD. While many enter the academic world as postdocs, there are plenty of other career options too. Career options for PhD graduates include: In this article, we explore the question – what do do after PhD? We look at … Read more

If you are in postgraduate studies, you may have heard of the postdocs – you may wonder what these people do actually. Let’s find out more about PhD vs Postdoctoral researcher: PhD and PostDoctoral researchers differ in: In this article, let’s explore the differences between PhD and PostDocs, and how you can get started as … Read more

ChatGPT is a large language model developed by Open AI. Starting 2023, it has been used sidely in many applications, including academic research. However is ChatGPT reliable for research? ChatGPT may not be fully reliable for research, as it may not provide you with accurate, up-to-date findings and sources. It may also plagiarise and not … Read more

Ask any PhD students their plans after graduating, and many would talk about the dream of becoming a professor. However, is this the only career pathway for PhD holders? Do all PhD students become professors? Only 3% of PhD holders become full professors, with many failing to secure tenured roles in academia. Many PhDs however … Read more

Academics or postgraduate students are always encouraged to publish research articles, and peer-reviewed journals are usually a great place to start. What are peer-reviewed journals, and how to publish with one? Peer-reviewed journals publishes research articles evaluated by experts in the same field. Publishing with peer-reviewed journals involves submitting articles, editing, before finallly being accepted … Read more