Research Skills: Responsiveness to Opportunities

An excellent researcher at doctoral or PhD level:

• Demonstrates an insight into the transferable nature of research skills to other work environments and the range of career opportunities within and outside academia.
• Seeks to gain a broader range of experience.

Looking ahead, a doctoral student can aim to become an excellent early-career researcher who:

Understands and takes advantage of a broad range of employment and professional development opportunities across, within and outside academia.

• Takes appropriate opportunities to enhance employability and may gain international experience; has realistic and mature approach to job search including positions outside academia. 

Note: These skills are identified in the UK Researcher Development Framework – where they appear as B3.3 Self-management: Responsiveness to Opportunities