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Help shape University processes to better support postdocs' career development

15 October 2025

Join a consultation with the Staff Review and Development Advisory Group and help shape University processes to better support career development and research culture at Cambridge.

Explore our events designed specifically for postdocs in October to December

22 September 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.

Applications now open for new academic writing course for postdocs

17 September 2025

Could you use some support to build your skills and confidence in academic writing? Apply by 17 October for our new course for postdocs!

Postdoc Award Winners

16 September 2025

We're happy to announce the winners of our Postdoc Appreciation Week nominations! We received so many it was a real challenge to select the best for each category. Each nomination conveyed the message that small actions can have a big impact and that postdocs contribute so much to the University community beyond just research.

Virtual academic speed mentoring is back on 20 October!

3 September 2025

Do you want fresh insight into your next career step? Ever wondered what advice a senior colleague who isn’t formally connected to you would give? This is your opportunity! Join this Virtual Academic Speed Mentoring event, designed to give you practical, targeted advice from a range of experienced academics in just two hours.

Resilient Leadership in Action - now open for applications for Autumn 2025

2 September 2025

Would you like to transform your leadership potential by developing your skills alongside fellow postdocs from across the UK? Apply for a place on the next round of Resilient Leadership in Action by 24 September!

Postdoc Appreciation Week 2025 – What’s On?

19 August 2025

Postdoc Appreciation Week 2025 takes place from 15-19 September, and there will be lots going on at Cambridge and across the UK to celebrate! Explore our programme of events and activities that you can engage with.

RisingWISE applications now open - empowering women in STEMM

10 July 2025

Applications are open until 30 September for this award-winning programme designed to support early career women in science, engineering, mathematics and medicine. Created by women, for women, this is a unique initiative that helps participants build leadership skills, expand their networks, and explore career opportunities beyond academia.

Postdoc Spotlight: Mifuyu Akasaki

9 June 2025

In our latest postdoc interview, we talk to Mifuyu about why she enjoys hot-desking at Eddington and the programmes that she's found particularly helpful.

Mentoring scheme for postdocs - applications now open for September 2025

2 June 2025

Would you like to have supportive, developmental career conversations with a mentor from academia, industry, or further afield? Apply now to be matched with a mentor in our September cohort.

Help shape University processes to better support postdocs' career development

Explore our events designed specifically for postdocs in October to December

Applications now open for new academic writing course for postdocs

Postdoc Award Winners

Virtual academic speed mentoring is back on 20 October!

Resilient Leadership in Action - now open for applications for Autumn 2025

Postdoc Appreciation Week 2025 – What’s On?

RisingWISE applications now open - empowering women in STEMM

Postdoc Spotlight: Mifuyu Akasaki

Mentoring scheme for postdocs - applications now open for September 2025

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