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  • Postdoctoral Researcher Forum

    Practice No. 1305

    Last modified: 11/12/2012 14:55:27

    Institution: University of Cambridge

    A joint initiative across the Schools of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, it provide an intellectual forum for supporting the research interests and career development of postdoctoral researchers.

  • A series of Bite-size Self-Leadership Workshops

    Practice No. 1303

    Last modified: 10/12/2012 12:25:12

    Institution: University of Cambridge

    A range of two hour bite-sized workshops aimed at research staff and students. Titles include Being Assertive: getting yourself heard, Being Strategic: getting others interested in your research, Getting the Most out of Conferences and Making Contact and Making your Contacts work for you.

  • 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.

     

     

  • Women Sharing a Chemical Moment in Time

    Practice No. 1273

    Last modified: 21/06/2011 11:39:21

    Institution: University of Strathclyde

    Official pre-launch of the International Year of Chemistry 2011. An event held in Grand Central Hotel in Glasgow on January 18th brought together women chemists from 37 countries using modern communication tools; each country/region will arrange its own event(s) and individual breakfasts will be linked together by SKYPE/video, and by using Twitter.  In addition to networking, the aim is to celebrate the pivotal role of Marie Curie in chemistry, and to reflect on the current landscape for women chemists. 

  • Peer Mentoring (1-1) for 1st Year Postgraduate Research Students

    Practice No. 1255

    Last modified: 07/06/2011 17:15:11

    Institution: Queen's University Belfast

    A one to one peer mentoring pilot scheme for new postgraduate research students who are mentored by late cycle 2nd or early 3rd year students

  • Working Lunch

    Practice No. 898

    Last modified: 24/03/2011 12:06:48

    Institution: University of Durham

    This is a series of lunchtime informal networking and information events. Each of the 6-8 sessions has 2 guests who will spent 45 answering researchers questions about their career followed by a networking lunch. Guest will all have PhDs and many will be alumni of the institution

  • Working In The North East Conference

    Practice No. 673

    Last modified: 24/03/2011 12:04:22

    Institution: University of Durham

    The North East of England has many exciting opportunities to offer researchers and are keen to retain excellent graduates from North East Universities. This conference gives researchers a chance to discover what the North East can offer them outwith the university sector.

  • 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.

  • Securing a position outside Academia

    Practice No. 569

    Last modified: 24/03/2011 11:57:08

    Institution: University of Durham

    This session takes participants through the whole process of identifying opportunities outside the academic world and then step by step through the recruitment process. This includes how to produce a top quality non- academic CV and complete applications forms well, by translating their experience, education and achievements from the academic world to the language of industry, business and commerce. They finish by looking at how to prepare for and excel at interview.

  • Preparing for Interview

    Practice No. 671

    Last modified: 24/03/2011 11:44:22

    Institution: University of Durham

    This session looks at the format and content of both academic and non-academic interviews. Participants will get a better understanding of the questions asked, how to approach these and important factors such as body language and personal presentation.
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