This episode is an edited extract from a ‘Beyond Phrenology’ podcast episode where Dr Madhur Mangalam chatted with me about the impacts of research funding challenges on academic culture and individual well-being. The conversation addresses the need for a shift towards more supportive and diverse cultures, the complexities of academic career paths, and the importance of leadership, mentorship and job crafting. We also discuss the implications of international academic norms on individual career choices.
Overview:
[00:00:43] Research Funding Challenges and the Unsustainability of Current Models
[00:04:57] Promoting Emotional Intelligence and Leadership in Academia
[00:15:14] Navigating Career Paths Across Contexts
[00:24:38] On Privileged Positions and Playing the Game
[00:29:02] Wrapping up
[00:30:53] End
Related Links:
Madhur Mangalam, University of Nebraska at Omaha
BeyondPhrenology (YouTube)
BeyondPhrenology (Spotify)
Daniel Goleman – Emotional Intelligence
CAL99 episode: On research identity, meaningful work and funding
TEDx talk from 2016: The craziness of research funding. It costs us all.
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