Is it possible to get a researcher position in a prestigious institute with a degree from a not very well-ranked university?
13013
University rank/stature - How much does it affect one's career post-Ph.D?
153147
How to judge the reputation of a potential advisor or research group for good quality research for PhD?
92258
Is research experience in a different field relevant for PhD application?
9596
PhD in Europe without scholarship from non-European homeland
28250
How can I hire a professor to answer my advanced technical questions in a niche area?
3124
Mathematician wants the equivalent knowledge to a quality stats degree
25381
Is it okay to have a good (not strong) recommendation letter from a well-known scientist?
72573
What are the potential pitfalls of having a PhD?
119335
Do you not belong in a PhD program if you don't live and breathe your field of study?
99987
Can we make it more plain to recruiters that we're not open to relocation?
58817
Is getting a second masters frowned upon?
139421
How to secure recommendations and apply for PhD after having worked outside of academia for two years?
129573
How much does the ranking of your Master's program/school matter when applying to PhD programs?
86873
Apply for PhD before finishing my Master's degree
91203
Having the knowledge of a graduate student but not having the degree requirements for graduate school?
83742
Applying to several faculty positions within the same institution
6386
Will I be at a disadvantage for picking a less popular team?