This is a discussion with Dr Vihanga Munasinghe on how to apply for postdoctoral studies at the University of Cambridge or the University of Oxford. She studied for her Bachelors at the University of Colombo Sri Lanka and went on to complete her PhD at the prestigious University of Oxford as well as attended the University of Cambridge for her post-doctoral studies. This is an outstanding achievement by one of the top talent in Sri Lanka. Let's listen to her story and inspire future generations to be ambitious and carry the Sri Lankan flag to the world stage!
Timestamps:
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00:00 | Intro
00:38 | Introduction of Dr Vihanga Munasinghe, PhD (undergraduate studies, PhD studies, Postdoctoral studies, etc.)
03:40 | Did you do the special year in your undergraduate studies at Colombo University?
03:56 | Did you directly apply to your PhD after your undergraduate studies?
07:20 | Why should someone apply for a postdoc?
12:02 | What is a Postdoctoral Research Associate Position (PDRA)?
14:50 | What is a ‘Collegiate System’ in Cambridge & Oxford?
17:30 | What is a College Fellowship (Stipendiary Junior Research Fellowship)?
21:47 | What are University Fellowships and External Fellowships?
25:46 | Importance of College Affiliation in Cambridge or Oxford?
Important Links:
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1. PDRA positions advertised by research groups
2. University job listing : www.jobs.cam.ac.uk/job/?categ...
www.jobs.ac.uk/
3. College fellowships (Stipendiary Junior research fellowships) :
www.careers.cam.ac.uk/junior-...
4. Postdoc newsletter : lists.cam.ac.uk/sympa/subscri...
5. University Fellowships :
University reporter: www.reporter.admin.cam.ac.uk/
6. External Fellowship example: www.herchelsmith.cam.ac.uk/po...
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