Tag: Research

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Writing an Effective Cover Letter for Research Positions

An effective resume highlights your experiences, qualifications, and skills that assist you in landing an interview. A great cover letter expands on these skills and experiences and tailors them for the specific role and the needs of the organization for which you are applying. This showcases why you are the most suitable candidate for that…
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How to Make Effective Research Presentations

In the scientific community, it is imperative for researchers and students to present their work based on evidence, but also to make it understandable and engaging for an audience who may not be familiar with the work. Creating an effective research presentation can be overwhelming when trying to present large amounts of data and findings…
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The Hidden Biases in Scientific Research and Publication

Biases can be found anywhere around us, and are introduced to us early on in our lives. Right from childhood, biases are introduced at home and school, later from the media, and even in non-fiction news we acquire from credible sources. As such, scholarly articles published by the means of thorough research, editing, and review…
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How to Dissect Research Articles

Reading research articles can be a frustrating task as it requires great practice and patience. This skill can take several years to be enhanced, but by reading this blog, you can get a head start on how to effectively interpret scholarly papers. This blog also provides helpful tips and resources to speed up your process in gaining access to and reading journal articles.

How to Write Cold Emails for Research Positions

Begin with an introduction of yourself that includes your name, year of study, university, and major. Next, state the purpose of your message and describe why you are a valuable candidate for the position. Describe how you were introduced to the professor’s research and specify your availability. Attach your resume and academic transcript. For more, check out our sample template!