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Explore our events designed specifically for postdocs coming up this month.From pensions advice and writing groups, to planning fundable research and how to incorporate Sustainable Development Goals - join us at our May workshops.Workshops05 May - Cultural intelligence in leadership (10:00 - 13:30)06 May - Resilience in academics (11:00 - 12:00)07 …

The Networking and Profile Building summer cohort is open for applications.Want to build your professional profile and grow your network? Networking, in combination with an effective professional profile, can help you succeed, whether your focus is academic, industry, or something else. The course is run in collaboration with 16 UK Higher Education…

Can you tell us a little about who you are and what you do?My name is Lili. I am a postdoc in Harveer Dev's group at the Early Cancer Institute (ECI). My research is focused on the derivation of human prostate cancer organoids from diagnostic biopsies to model early-stage disease. Our group website is Prostate Cancer Early Detection & Intervention.…

"Our postdocs are at the heart of a vibrant, global community of researchers and professionals who continue to shape their fields long after they leave Cambridge. The impact of a postdoc journey doesn’t end when a contract does. It continues through shared wisdom, mentorship, and collaboration.The Postdoc Alumni Programme celebrates this ongoing jo…

Please could you give an overview of what you’re working on and your research background?I'm currently working at the United Nations Office for Disarmament Affairs, where I focus on the Biological Weapons Convention (BWC). The Office serves as the umbrella for a range of international treaties related to arms control and disarmament. It provides th…

Please could you give an overview of what you’re working on?I’m a Senior Field Applications Scientist in Bioinformatics at Oxford Nanopore Technologies, currently based in Abu Dhabi, UAE. As part of my remit, I support three geographic regions in the global south: the Middle East, Africa and India.In my role I focus on providing expert advice for g…

Please could you give an overview of what you’re working on?I would describe myself as a theorist, driven by a desire to understand the universe more deeply through the lens of modelling and to apply these models to solving challenging questions. My background is in quantum chemistry, which uses the principles of quantum mechanics to explore the fu…

The award-winning RisingWISE enterprise programme for women in STEMM has wrapped for this year, finishing with a residential at Cranfield University after several weeks of online engagement.The programme is delivered in partnership between the University of Cambridge and the University of Oxford and is designed to support early career researchers. …

Can you tell us a little about you and your research?I’m originally from Brazil, but I’ve been living in Europe for quite a while. I did my bachelor’s and master’s degrees in France, my PhD in Germany, then a postdoc in the Netherlands before coming to Cambridge.My research focuses on the mathematical foundations of computer science. Broadly speaki…

Explore our events designed specifically for postdocs coming up this month.From immigration advice and writing groups, to creative research methods and how to pitch your research - join us at our April workshops.Workshops15 April - Creative research methods practical taster (10:00 - 13:00)21 April - Immigration info session for postdocs (10:30 - 12…

Are you considering applying for a postdoc position at the University of Cambridge? Want to know more about what the process will be like and how to find positions that will suit your research goals and experience?We've just launched a new resource for prospective postdocs - Considering Cambridge. Consisting of webinars and online resources, the ai…

Are you familiar with Postdocs to Innovators? In collaboration with several higher education institutions, they offer entrepreneurial training for early career researchers. Whether that’s taking their research and turning it into a business venture or marketable product, or putting together a start-up, there are many applications for this type of t…

From the University's International Support ServiceOur thoughts are with everyone in our Cambridge community who may be affected by the events unfolding in the Middle East. The University's International Support teams are closely monitoring the situation and will be reaching out to students and staff who may be most directly impacted, offering supp…

This March, we have a huge variety of events for postdocs all aimed at helping you with your writing - whether that's writing a compelling fellowship application, polishing up your narrative CV, or finishing a journal submission.Throughout the month, you'll find workshops where you can develop your writing skills, and writing groups where you can d…

Applications are now open for the May 2026 round of the Postdoc Academy mentoring scheme!The scheme runs over 9 months, during which you’ll have several meetings with a mentor who will help you make the most of your time as a postdoc.They will work with you to highlight and work towards your long-term goals, drawing from their expansive experience …