doctoral advisor
[/ˈdɑːktərəl ədˈvaɪzər/]
nounpl: doctoral advisors
orientador de doutorado
1. A faculty member who supervises and guides a doctoral candidate's research and dissertation
My doctoral advisor helped me refine my research methodology and provided feedback on my chapters.
Meu orientador de doutorado me ajudou a refinar minha metodologia de pesquisa e forneceu feedback sobre meus capítulos.
2. The principal academic supervisor responsible for a PhD student's progress and academic development
The doctoral advisor meets with their students regularly to discuss research progress.
O orientador de doutorado se reúne regularmente com seus alunos para discutir o progresso da pesquisa.
In Brazil, the doctoral advisor (orientador) holds significant authority in the student's academic journey and is essential for dissertation approval. The relationship is typically formal but collaborative. In the USA, doctoral advisors often serve as mentors and advocates for their students in academic and professional development. The role is fundamental to the PhD process in both countries.
Related Idioms & Phrases
under the guidance of a doctoral advisor
work closely with one's doctoral advisor
seek approval from one's doctoral advisor
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