HigherEdJobs Podcast

With rising numbers of students pursuing STEM fields, the toll on faculty and staff has many on the brink of burnout. In this episode Dr. Aditya Johri highlights the realities that the field is facing in recruiting new academics and administrators, and strategies for retaining them once they are on board. 

Keeping in mind that most higher education institutions need to turn a profit, in this Ask the Expert episode, Matt Trainum answers a question about cost-reducing strategies and revenue diversification in higher ed. Matt, Kelly, and Andy go over some of the strategies that have been used over the past several decades and reflects on who higher ed needs to serve now. Have a question you want to hear answered on Ask the Expert? Click here to send us your question!

In this Ask the Expert episode, Dr Lee answers a question about growth opportunities in our roles. Dr. Lee shares advice for navigating when it is appropriate to ask about promotions in your profession. Have a question you want to hear answered on Ask the Expert? Click here to send us your question!

Is there an abrasive leader on your team? Find out how the Boss Whisperer, Dr. Laura Crawshaw, has faced abrasive leaders for decades and the variety of steps you can take to address an abrasive leader in a functional, appropriate, and effective way. 

In this Ask the Expert episode, expert Matt Trainum answers a question on transitioning from teaching elementary school to working in higher education. Matt advises that the best thing to do in this transition is to 'know your why.' Have a question you want to hear answered on Ask the Expert? Click here to send us your question!

How does education policy impact your day-to-day existence on campus? Find out from Jonathan Fansmith at American Council on Education (ACE). Fansmith identifies several education policy issues that you need to keep up with now. 

Do you have a lot of teaching experience but not a lot of publications? Do you have a lot of publications but not a lot of teaching experience? In this Ask the Expert episode, expert Dr. Chris Lee answers how to sell and tell your career story on your CV while filling the gaps you may have in your professional experience. Have a question you want to hear answered on Ask the Expert? Click here to send us your question!

Check out which songs podcast guest Richard Sax has added to the HigherEdJobs Playlist for your higher ed job search! Do you have songs you want to add to the playlist? Email us at podcast@higheredjobs.com with your suggestions and why you think they belong on the playlist! 

This episode's guest, Hira Byrne Paulin, shares her expertise in disability services in higher education. No matter the size or type of institution, Hira shares how to create and maintain a disability inclusive campus. Hira also busts some myths that hover around disability services.Mentioned in this episode: A Faculty Guide to the 5 Ws of College Disability Services

In this Ask the Expert episode, expert Matt Trainum answers a question on keeping your team up to date with new technologies and software. Matt gives advice on navigating how to ask your team members to brush up, and keep up, with new technology. Have a question you want to hear answered on Ask the Expert? Click here to send us your question!