Our Data Impact Fellows are at an early part of their research career. We wondered how that feels for them. Aishah Selamat has her own interesting take.
When anyone in my extended family, a friend or a general acquaintance learns that I am currently embarking on a PhD journey; the customary reaction I receive is a bewildered reply of
Oh Wow
This is followed by a few questions on the mexico rcs data topic, length of time, the commitment level required for the PhD programme, how do I stay motivated and much more.
Based on the reactions I’ve had to date, the general view of someone researching for a PhD would be that the individual intends to delve into the academic career path. Also, that a three-year research track is a rather long period to undertake research. Frankly, I had the same misconception before I enrolled in a PhD programme myself.
As I am in the third year of my PhD, I can confidently affirm that my research journey has been a very fulfilling and enriching experience to date – surpassing my initial expectations.
Being a PhD researcher is not your ordinary 9 to 5 day job or just being ‘academically’ attuned and equipped. It is far beyond that.
If I could sum it up, being a PhD researcher is just like being an entrepreneur – or, in other words, a ‘PhD-trepreneur.