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Postdoc Spotlight: Luisa Ciampi

8 May 2025

We spoke to Luisa Ciampi recently, who was appointed as a postdoc representative for the fixed-term working group. We talk about some of the challenges of fixed-term contracts and the value of postdocs getting involved in representation. Read the full interview here.

Represent postdocs for the University’s new Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Strategy for 2026–2031

8 April 2025

Ensure researchers’ voices are heard in setting the new ED&I Strategy. Find out more and express your interest.

Explore our events designed specifically for postdocs in April to July

31 March 2025

You can now book onto this term's full programme of professional development and information events designed specifically for postdocs. From writing fellowship applications and planning fundable research, to understanding your pension or the new immigration rules - explore them all now.

Postdoc Spotlight: Sandra Petrus-Reurer

17 March 2025

Following her appointment as postdoc representative on the Open Research Steering Committee, we spoke to Sandra Petrus-Reurer. We discuss the committee’s activities and the importance of dedicated postdoc representation. Read the full interview here.

Mentoring scheme for May 2025 - applications closed

11 February 2025

The mentoring scheme for May 2025 is now closed for applications. The next round will be in September, with applications opening in June 2025. Read more details - and find out how you can become a mentor yourself.

Postdoc Spotlight: Pilar Puerto-Camacho

3 February 2025

We spoke to Pilar on her experience with the Postdoc Academy’s Mentoring Scheme. Check out this short interview.

Are you using your professional development time? Check out these highlights from the community

14 January 2025

Did you know, through the University of Cambridge, you are entitled to 10 days of professional development time, per year? Check out some examples of how some researchers have made use of theirs.

Check out this term's events for postdocs

8 January 2025

You can now book onto this term's full programme of professional development and information events designed specifically for postdocs. Explore them all now.

Accelerate your career in 2025 with our upcoming leadership development programme

18 December 2024

Applications are now open for this nationally-recognised programme that will help you find your own leadership style and learn to influence others towards a shared goal. Apply by 10 January 2025.

Postdoc Centres access over Christmas

18 December 2024

Please note some key information about the Centres over the break. We wish you a happy and restful break from all of us at the Postdoc Academy.

Postdoc Spotlight: Luisa Ciampi

Represent postdocs for the University’s new Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Strategy for 2026–2031

Explore our events designed specifically for postdocs in April to July

Postdoc Spotlight: Sandra Petrus-Reurer

Mentoring scheme for May 2025 - applications closed

Postdoc Spotlight: Pilar Puerto-Camacho

Are you using your professional development time? Check out these highlights from the community

Check out this term's events for postdocs

Accelerate your career in 2025 with our upcoming leadership development programme

Postdoc Centres access over Christmas

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