Mercedes (She/Her) has a Ph.D. in Psychology and Lecturer at University of Cordoba (Department of Psychology). Member of "Laboratorio de Estudios sobre la Convivencia y Prevención de la Violencia" research group (Studies on Coexistence and Violence Prevention Lab). Research into positive psychology, well-being and adolescence. Twitter: @dr_gomez_lopez

Is There Life After A PhD?

Discover what life has to offer after completing a PhD as Aly Flint reflects on her experience as an Early Career Researcher. After looking for work in the academic job market, Flint found The Brilliant Club, which offers rewarding and flexible work teaching university-style short courses to secondary school students, allowing her to create bespoke courses based on her current research.

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The Journey to Authenticity in Academia

‘If a PhD is to be an ordeal – and indeed, it is – then let it be an ordeal wherein you find meaning in something that is true to yourself’. This article explores the feelings of imposter syndrome and the pressures to follow academic trends at the start of your PhD journey, disconnecting you from your true interests. A translation project helped the author realise the value of embracing his authentic self and focusing on what truly resonates with him. By shifting to linguistics and translation studies, the author found fulfilment and meaning in his research.

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