Just wondering if anyone else has had a significant (not statistically :)) career break and how they have managed early career research opportunities. I had about 4/5 year out (eldest DD died and I never wanted to go back). Obviously I now have as I am in the right place but I missed out on all ECR opportunities. I'm in an odd place as I did not get them but am behind my peers as I can't slot in where my peers are.
I am asking as something came up today and I asked in terms of eligibility if my career break was taken into account. They seemed genuinely surprised that those who have taken breaks miss out on ECR and have said I can apply. I now feel rather guilty about using this an 'excuse'. It's almost like you can't win. Is anyone else in the same boat?
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Career breaks and missed ECR opportunities
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purplepandas · 16/09/2016 21:39
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