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I can't find the answer for this The question is.. As an engineering student, I'd probably expect my posts to be all about circuits, algorithms, and tech stuff? ✓But if you’ve been following me, you know I love sharing personal stories and general life topics instead. 😄 So, I’ve been reflecting on something lately. ✓Why, you ask? Because there’s more to life than just our professional paths! ✓Sharing personal experiences helps me connect with all of you on a deeper level. ✓It’s a reminder that behind every professional title, there’s a person with unique stories, challenges, and joys. ✓Plus, I believe that our personal lives and professional journeys are intertwined. ✓The lessons I learn from my everyday experiences often shape how I approach my studies and future career. ✓Whether it’s about resilience, teamwork, or just enjoying the little moments, these stories add a lot of value to who I am as an aspiring engineer. ✓So, if you’re here for engineering insights, you’ll get those too, but expect a lot of reflections on life, growth, and everything in between. >>>>Let’s keep it real and relatable!<<<< YEAH.... finally got the answer... #EngineeringStudent #LifeLessons #PersonalGrowth #RealTalk #StayConnected Follow --> Monisha Venugopal for more stories with tips. P.S: Share your thoughts on comments let's talk about this...

We’re entering #faculty job search season. Having successfully done this a few times and mentored #Phdstudents and #postdocs through it, I’ve developed some materials that I hope will be helpful to others just starting this process.   First thing’s first: Where do you start looking for jobs?   You could go to each school’s website individually, but that does take a lot of time. And you might miss places you don’t know about.   There are multiple web platforms you can use (Google names – LI hates external links):   Higher Ed Jobs ·      Ability to sort based on location, school type, field and any specific keywords (though be careful with limiting searches too much… you may lose opportunities) ·      Note: many postdoc opportunities posted here (check under faculty) The Chronicle of Higher Education Jobs ·      Sponsored Jobs always come up first, so this can be annoying when you want to look beyond what you’ve seen before ·      Some institutions place here and not Higher Ed Jobs ·      Categories are not as useful (for engineers at least), but keyword search works well Inside Higher Ed Jobs ·      Sort function for postdoc jobs works well Academic Keys ·      Rarely is something posted here that’s not elsewhere, but you never know   Also check out discipline-specific postings through professional societies. For example, in my areas: C&EN Jobs (American Chemical Society)          CareerEngineering (American Institute of Chemical Engineers) Association of Environmental Engineering and Science Professors (AEESP)                     Next up: How do you target schools? Much like applying for a PhD and postdoc, you need to know yourself and have a plan to maximize your interests and strengths. More on that later!

Great insights, Jillian! Unfortunately, places like HigherEdJobs charge institutions extra 'premium fees' to 'target' their job ads at 'diverse' candidates. The income they generate is all for company profit too. This means: - HE Institutions continue to be disincentivised to embrace EDI/DEI in the sector - The revenue produced from these Ads doesn't go back into supporting and sustaining the talent in the sector Now you're thinking, there must be a better way. There is, our Founder/Director (a feminist, scholar-activist academic) conceived and built it 2 years ago: 👉 https://lnkd.in/eGm-Ru-R With our global community career development resource, we not only: - 'reinvest' a significant amount of the revenue generated back into the community - embed equity and DEI/EDI in every aspect of our organisation (including a 'flat rate' for job board listings direct from employers/recruiters) But, we also: - provide ongoing wellbeing and career development support resources for the global community - list many non-academic opportunities We do this because approximately 80% of the sector's talent are leaving, due to there being only enough jobs for approximately 20% of the community in the sector. The ongoing lack of good working conditions, and lack of commitment/action towards a more diverse sector, are also key factors for the community. We're already seeing interest from more progressive institutions, wishing to use our resource (for faculty hiring, and through subsidised student/alumni memberships). They get it, and know change is necessary to save the sector. Change is on the horizon - we're keen to get there as quickly as possible! Are you with us..?

These materials will be really beneficial for those just beginning their search to find suitable position.

"Experiment. Fail. Learn. Repeat💡 As an Electronics and Communication graduate, I firmly believe in the value of hands-on learning and continuous improvement. During my academic journey, I faced numerous challenges, from complex circuit designs to debugging communication protocols. Each challenge sharpened my technical skills and built resilience. Why is this important? In the fast-evolving tech industry, the ability to quickly adapt and learn is crucial. Whether it's mastering a new software tool or understanding cutting-edge research, the journey never stops. Embracing failure as a learning opportunity is key. What challenges have you faced in your field, and how have they shaped your professional growth? #TechIndustry #Engineering #ContinuousImprovement #LearnAndGrow #ProfessionalJourney

Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Careers Is Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics a good career path? A career in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) is thrilling, demanding, constantly evolving, and highly sought after worldwide. Presently, a minimum of 75 percent of positions in the rapidly expanding sectors necessitate employees with STEM expertise, and given the global shortage of STEM skills, this demand is projected to rise. Roles encompass the organization, supervision, and execution of scientific research, along with the provision of specialized and technical services. #science #technology #engineering #mathematics #career #freecourse #freelearning #stemskills #global #onlinelearning #alison #empower #elearning https://lnkd.in/e3dg4yMn

Well, this is it - after a long journey, I have finally earned my Philosophy Doctor degree in Ocean Engineering! Interestingly, people think the road to a PhD is lonely and isolated. Let me tell you, it is not - at least not for me. If a recruiter or manager asked me: "what is your greatest strength?" - I think they would be surprised to hear that my greatest strength is 𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗯𝗹𝗲𝗺-𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴. After all, PhDs are big nerds working by themselves in the darkness of their labs, right? Absolutely not. Few things excite me more than having a team working together to solve a problem, feeding off each other's ideas and creativity. Although I've done this numerous times in past experiences, I did not have a team to work with during my PhD. Luckily I had peers, professors, and colleagues whom I could share my roadblocks with and bounce ideas, and from whom I could derive great insights and expand upon those to overcome diverse challenges. In reality, the whole reason why I chose to pursue a PhD was to become well-equipped with technical tools and the correct mindset to approach and solve hard problems. My previous roles have allowed me to do #CAD development of novel products, carry out complex #FEA analyses, develop complex numerical models and codes, and now solve a novel, groundbreaking problem in #renewableenergy. If there is one thing I learned throughout my experiences, is that #collaboration is key to solving problems and propelling a company, institution, or even an idea forward. If you read up to this point and are looking for a #troubleshooter, #forwardthinking engineer with lots of #peopleskills and #technicaldepth to join your team and contribute to cutting-edge projects - hello, I'm pleased to meet you. Let's chat!

Reflecting on my professional journey, I've come to appreciate the unexpected twists in our paths. I joined two academic pursuits later in my career, coming from a chemistry background, aiming to break into the tech industry. But as I neared completion, I realized that the real essence of what I sought – knowledge and skill in tech – was something I was already gaining independently. This led me to a pivotal decision: to step away from these formal degrees. This experience taught me a valuable lesson. For those with moderate motivation, a university degree offers a structured and comprehensive path. But for the highly motivated, learning can be self-directed, allowing for a more focused and efficient journey. Our paths to success are unique. Whether within the walls of academia or through self-guided exploration, the pursuit of knowledge is limitless. #CareerReflections #TechIndustry #SelfLearning

20 years ago, stupid advice from one of my relatives turned my career entirely. When I completed my 10th standard (SSLC), I had to decide whether to pursue Computer Science or Biology. I was interested in learning computers, but one of my relatives advised my parents, "Your son scored high marks, why consider Computer Science? If he takes Bio+Maths, he can choose either the Medical or Engineering sector." That advice entirely changed my career path. I ended up enrolling in Bio+Maths under compulsion. Also, they advised enrolling me in an English Medium school to avoid struggles in college since I was in Tamil medium until then. Because of that, I struggled a lot during my higher secondary education, especially with memorizing biological terms. However, I scored 87%, and I'm sure I spent more hours on Biology without interest, which led to a lower score, and that knowledge was never used in my career. I also lost the opportunity to secure my favorite Computer Science degree in a merit seat at a government college due to the lower cutoff marks. Two days ago, I heard the same advice from another person to an unknown guy in a tea shop! Years can change, but these people never do! 😂😂😂 DO NOT LOOK FOR WIDER OPPORTUNITIES. FOCUS & GRAB THE ONE YOU'RE INTERESTED IN! What's the one worst piece of advice, that changed your career? #theparthee #careeradvice #career

I can't find the answer for this 🤔 The question is.. As an engineering student, I'd probably expect my posts to be all about circuits, algorithms, and tech stuff? ✓But if you’ve been following me, you know I love sharing personal stories and general life topics instead. 😄 So, I’ve been reflecting on something lately. ✓Why, you ask? Because there’s more to life than just our professional paths! ✓Sharing personal experiences helps me connect with all of you on a deeper level. ✓It’s a reminder that behind every professional title, there’s a person with unique stories, challenges, and joys. ✓Plus, I believe that our personal lives and professional journeys are intertwined. ✓The lessons I learn from my everyday experiences often shape how I approach my studies and future career. ✓Whether it’s about resilience, teamwork, or just enjoying the little moments, these stories add a lot of value to who I am as an aspiring engineer. ✓So, if you’re here for engineering insights, you’ll get those too, but expect a lot of reflections on life, growth, and everything in between. >>>>Let’s keep it real and relatable!<<<< YEAH.... finally got the answer.....😊 #EngineeringStudent #LifeLessons #PersonalGrowth #RealTalk #StayConnected