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Have you ever wanted to connect with like-minded researchers, share your research process or findings, and get support and advice from the experts? The answer to most of this is to build a strong researcher network. However, we know networking—a vital academic research skill for career advancement—can be challenging, especially for early career researchers. Most don’t know where to start or how to proceed, which makes the notion of networking a daunting task for academics. Here’s how the Researcher Voice Community Forum by Researcher.Life can help.
What is Researcher Voice?
Conversations with researchers for over two decades and CACTUS’ survey on mental health in academia gave birth to the idea of creating a platform for the Researcher Voice. This idea was then put into place by Researcher.Life with the aim of providing academics with an inclusive forum, where researchers can come together to talk about issues that matter, receive guidance on how to tackle obstacles in academia, and be able to find simple solutions to some of the most common researcher problems.
Today, Researcher Voice is a secure Facebook Group with more than 300 active posts on topics ranging from academic careers and publication support to self-care and researcher well-being. It provides a safe space for researchers from all over the world, whether they are just starting out or are more experienced to connect and grow. The forum is designed to help researchers converse openly with other members of the group, feel empowered to share their story and be more tolerant about their own and others’ struggles, and to create stronger networks within academia, well beyond their own institutions. In the long term, this community intends to cultivate a supportive research atmosphere where organizations, financial supporters, and publishers can help researchers to flourish in an encouraging scholarly environment.
How can being a part of a global community aid your research journey?
This Facebook moderated group is a vibrant and growing community of researchers who are passionate about their work, and who are always eager to help each other out. Whether you are new to research or a seasoned professional, you can find a home here. Members of the Researcher Voice community learn from each other by sharing tips and tricks that worked for them and discussing the latest news and trends in research. You can also find help with tricky research problems, get feedback on your work, or find a potential collaborator for your study. And that’s not all – you can access peer-to-peer knowledge sharing sessions, focused writing retreats, and much more through this global researcher community.
Reap the benefits of joining the Researcher Voice community
The Researcher Voice community is an excellent way to connect, share, support, and grow with fellow researchers. So come join us and start exploring the world of research!
- Join the Community to be a part of Researcher Voice, the private Facebook group for researchers.
- Answer three quick questions to enter the private group and get full access to the community.
- Before you start interacting with community members, take a quick look at the community guidelines.
- Introduce yourself when you start interacting with others in the community.
- Share a thought, an experience, or an anecdote. You could also comment on ongoing conversations started by fellow community members or ask a question you need help with.
- Enroll for upcoming events and webinars to make the most of learning and networking opportunities Researcher.Life offers.
- Most importantly, enjoy the interactions with other like-minded researchers around the world!
All in all, being a part of the Researcher Voice community is an invaluable experience that can help you stay on top of the latest trends and make connections in your field. So, if you are an academic, be sure to sign up now to start taking advantage of all the benefits on offer.
