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Navigating the complexities of academic employment requires more than just research skills. As part of the Insider Guides to Success in Academia series, Making It as a Contract Researcher provides a pragmatic look at precarious work. This book is designed specifically to support doctoral students and early-career researchers who face the unique challenges of the modern academic landscape. While traditional academic training focuses on subject matter, this guide addresses the practical realities that are often overlooked in formal education. It offers a realistic perspective on how to operate and remain within the academic system. By providing insider perspectives on the implicit rules of the game, this book helps you understand the things you need to know but are rarely told by mentors or institutions. These neat pocket guides fill significant gaps in existing literature. Whether you are navigating short-term contracts or seeking stability in a shifting field, this book offers the guidance necessary to manage your career effectively. Gain the practical advice needed to handle the specific needs and challenges of life as a contract researcher.

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Provides practical and realistic guidance for doctoral students and early-career researchers navigating academia.

Offers insider perspectives on the implicit rules of academic work that are often not discussed in formal training.

Addresses the specific challenges of precarious work and contract-based employment in the research field.

Fills significant gaps in current literature regarding the realities of operating within the academic system.

Part of the Insider Guides to Success in Academia series, designed to provide essential support for new scholars.

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29 April 2020
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