Eleanor Palser

Articles by Eleanor Palser

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Valorising academic mothers’ heroism just makes it the default expectation

We need, instead, to develop structures that allow everyone to flourish, both academically and as parents, says Eleanor Palser

By Eleanor Palser

18 June

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Is mentoring the elixir of academic life?

The importance of senior faculty advising junior colleagues on their career trajectories is increasingly emphasised. But is guidance – and the giving of it – being fairly shared? Should mentoring schemes be formalised? And are they really enough? Seven academics have their say

By Michael Roth

9 May

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Tardy interview expense repayments are limiting postdocs’ job chances

Upfront costs can run into thousands of pounds, so speedy repayment is vital for equal access to permanent employment, says Eleanor Palser