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Emerging Leaders Development Programme
Practice No. 1302
Last modified: 10/12/2012 11:55:23
Institution: University of Cambridge
A bespoke, pilot programme designed exclusively for postdocs/research staff in the Department of Engineering and sponsored by the Head of Department and the Director of Research. Participants were selected through an application process and needed to gain the support of their academic supervisor/PI.
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Your Career: What next?
Practice No. 1301
Last modified: 04/12/2012 16:15:29
Institution: University of Cambridge
A series of workshops designed to support postdoctoral researchers in planning their career.
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Using Positive Role Models at Postdoc Careers Events
Practice No. 644
Last modified: 04/12/2012 15:30:08
Institution: University of Cambridge
A series of careers-themed events specifically for postdocs, using former postdocs, who have made various career transitions, as positive role models. -
Too late to change direction? A session for researchers considering a career transition with substantial postdoc experience
Practice No. 643
Last modified: 04/12/2012 15:29:38
Institution: University of Cambridge
Using employer input and role models to examine the often-asked question, 'is it ever too late to make a career transition from academia?'
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Beyond Research: Postdoc Career Alterntatives (Event)
Practice No. 1300
Last modified: 04/12/2012 15:29:15
Institution: University of Cambridge
A one-day event for research staff in science and technology looking at making a career transition to a non-research job.
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Understanding yourself and your preferences in life through MBTI
Practice No. 670
Last modified: 24/03/2011 12:00:10
Institution: University of Durham
This interactive workshop will allow researchers to gain a better understanding of themselves and others, allowing them to reflect upon what is important to them in their life and help with career decision making. Benefits include improved skills in managing change, working effectively in teams, resolving conflict, career decision making and even improved communication within personal relationships. Researchers will be required to complete an on-line questionnaire before attending the session. -
Careers Adviser Research Staff/Postgraduate Research Students
Practice No. 223
Last modified: 24/03/2011 11:30:41
Institution: University of Nottingham
Research staff and students have access to specialist careers guidance, information and training services provided by the Centre for Career Development in collaboration with the Graduate School and Professional Development. -
Mock Assessment Centre
Practice No. 669
Last modified: 24/03/2011 10:31:35
Institution: University of Durham
A 3 hour ‘simulated’ workshop based on participants taking part in two commonly used assessment centre exercises, used by non-academic employers as part of their graduate selection. There will be a group activity and an individual presentation with Careers Advisers observing and providing individual assessment and feedback -
Marketing Yourself To Employers Via Application Form
Practice No. 675
Last modified: 24/03/2011 10:20:16
Institution: University of Durham
This session will look at the types of questions asked on application forms, why employers want this information, how can you translate your academic experience into desirable skills and how you can stand out from the other applicants -
Executive / Professional Level Aptitude Tests
Practice No. 672
Last modified: 24/03/2011 10:18:36
Institution: University of Durham
There will an opportunity to take verbal, numerical and abstract reasoning tests on-line and then to discuss the role of psychometric tests in recruitment by employers, as well as your individual results, with a qualified member of the Careers Advisory Service. This is excellent preparation for the "real thing" when you are asked to take these by an employer.