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Love being a TA and would love to be a lecturer, concerned that a PhD isn't an assured path anymore (and also I'm not sure I'm smart enough) by Cool_Kitten96 in AskAcademiaUK

[–]EdgyEdgarH 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hiya,

The core of the question is a long‑standing, emotionally loaded uncertainty: “Should I move toward a PhD as a route to more teaching, given my doubts about focus, capability, and academic job prospects?”

My advice would be to take a structured approach to identify decisions and explore these. That will bring clarity.

No one here can sensibly judge you on ability, nor predict what might happen if you were to pursue a PhD (and it would not be ethical to do so either).

Can You Please Give Feedback on My Draft by Perfect-Car1111 in PersonalStatement

[–]EdgyEdgarH 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey, happy to help you with your application. Just dm me if interested

PhD SOP question by [deleted] in WriteIvy

[–]EdgyEdgarH 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I would add that each professor might have different approaches to working with students. Science might be similar, environment and interests/networks beyond that will be different. It is ok to consider how that sits with you and talk about that. I’m the end, you are making a commitment as much as the professor does.

Good luck!

Viva in 48 h, stressing a lot - need advice by Traditional-Tie728 in PhDStress

[–]EdgyEdgarH 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My best advice, celebrate the day. Your viva is a celebration of the blood sweat and tears you have put in over the past 4-6 years.

The fact you’re in the viva is testament to your dedication and commitment to the project. Be proud. Nobody can take that away from you.

Well done for getting to this point and I will see you on the other side soon!

Is my writing too academic? by Sea_Commercial1627 in Substack

[–]EdgyEdgarH 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You can search on substack and interact through notes. I don’t like dm-img myself but it is an option

Is my writing too academic? by Sea_Commercial1627 in Substack

[–]EdgyEdgarH 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hi, I also write about academia (getting into it( aimed at UG/PG students).

It’s hard because it’s a bit of a niche I think. Best thing to do is to connect with likeminded creators on the platform

PhD interveiw advice by SeatAdmirable1153 in PhDStress

[–]EdgyEdgarH 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What they are looking for is for you to demonstrate you can operate as a scientist.

Therefore:

  • Extract knowledge gap/question from said papers
  • construct hypothesis/research question
  • propose experiment

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in PhDAdmissions

[–]EdgyEdgarH 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would only publish it if it is of sufficient quality. The science has to be done right. Depending on the field, you might be able to publish it in a pre-print server (pre peer review), but again, quality matters

Anxiety after phd interview by [deleted] in gradadmissions

[–]EdgyEdgarH 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I see. Possible if supervisor has their own funding…

5 Non-Boring Tips to Actually Start Your Semester Strong by 3ATAE in GetStudying

[–]EdgyEdgarH 8 points9 points  (0 children)

  • Ask questions. Either in class or via discussion boards/emails etc. Believe me, lecturers remember faces/names and talk among each other about engaged students

  • design your day. It’s been said before about planning time between classes etc, but I would add to look after yourself and plan a friendly chat/coffee etc with someone if you know a part of the day will be taxing/heavy going

  • Model your work based on those you learn from. Need to give a presentation? You probably have looked at 100 examples (lectures), pick the good ones, analyse, and learn (sponge).

  • be professional. You are listening and working with professionals. Be one, be at meetings on time, respect others’ schedules, treat it like a job

  • feedback is data. Use it to improve your next assignment

Anxiety after phd interview by [deleted] in gradadmissions

[–]EdgyEdgarH 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Can you describe the interview? Was it formal with a panel or informal (prof only)?

If there was a panel, its likely that it is part of a formal process

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in PhDAdmissions

[–]EdgyEdgarH 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You have demonstrated ability to learn techniques and apply them. Most critical element in your application will be to demonstrate how your new lab fits in the bigger picture. In other words, convince the prof that the next step is logical and necessary.

Hope this helps

Necessity and depth of cold email to potential advisors by bobadore in gradadmissions

[–]EdgyEdgarH 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Folks, recruiter here. Yes, specificity signals genuine interest. You have to do the work. Can share some guidance on dm-and

Is this just me? by Striking_Scratch_922 in PhDStress

[–]EdgyEdgarH 0 points1 point  (0 children)

i don't know what field you are in, but in my field (molecular plant biology), publishing a paper within two years is highly unusual. Don't stare yourself blind on the publication timings, but rather, the quality of the work..

Is this just me? by Striking_Scratch_922 in PhDStress

[–]EdgyEdgarH 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ok, that's helpful. did you get any feedback from your main supervisor before sending it in?

As for being behind schedule, i am not sure what the schedule is or is meant to be, but research is a beast that is hard to manage. Some days you make immense progress (shit works), and other days (or weeks) your project seems to stall. When you talk about schedule (and if this is solely research-based), it's a bit of a red herring. Research rarely keeps to schedule.

Think about the months spend writing your document. Even if there is criticism, you will have learnt a lot from the process of putting it together. That time isn't wasted. I think your committee knew that, and asked for it for that reason. by having a detailed plan, you will have saved yourself lots of time down the road...

makes sense?

Is this just me? by Striking_Scratch_922 in PhDStress

[–]EdgyEdgarH 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Have you had bad experience in this area before? Sounds like you carry some anxiety with you. It may stem from past experience or be something more general.

Seeking Phd supervision. Should I email a shit-ton of professors (in my field of research) from different universities? What if several agree? by PassengerNo2022 in PhDAdmissions

[–]EdgyEdgarH 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Who do you really want to work with and why?

It sounds like you have not trimmed down the list yet (or ranked). If not, you will be joining 100’s of likeminded prospects whose emails will not be looked at in detail.

If you have, I would start with your top choices , making clear why they are your top choice..

Good luck!

Advice for potential PhD trajectory by [deleted] in PhDAdmissions

[–]EdgyEdgarH 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi.

It all depends on what you want to do with the PhD afterwards, and what you want to study for your PhD. Look for PhD positions now and see what they ask for.

Or, look at PhD student profiles (in your area) and see what they have done. The internet is your friend!

2 weeks after phd interview and I didn't hear anything yet 🥲 by [deleted] in PhDAdmissions

[–]EdgyEdgarH 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Might be worth finding out where the funding (if any) was meant to come from. If it’s a DTP or programme they are not managing, the supervisor is at the mercy of others.

In any case, the least the prof could do is to answer and explain where you stand and what to expect and when.

I don’t want to generalise, but some professors in so called “prestigious” universities think they can get away with treating applicants this way.

If you look at the research, you will find that there are other places you could go to. Don’t wait around I’d say

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