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At the start of the summer, we asked women postdocs to tell us their stories of their scientific inspiration and what it means to them to be a woman in STEMM.This was to follow on from Borysiewicz Fellow, Lorena Escudero Sánchez’s, project to encourage more young girls to study science. Participants submitted stories, aimed at girls aged 10-12 year…

Postdoc Appreciation Week 2024 takes place from 16-20 September, and there will be lots going on at Cambridge and across the UK to celebrate!You can find below our daily programme of events and activities that you'll be able to engage with throughout the week. Keep an eye out also for posters popping up in your department from the Your Research, Yo…

Dr Manuel Heckel is an ESRC fellow in the Department of Geography and investigates the commercialisation of development funding in the water and sanitation sector in Kenya. He gained his PhD in Urban Studies from the University of Sheffield. Manuel has taken part in a number of training sessions and workshops at the Postdoc Academy. How long have y…

Are you organising an event at the University with the aim of building a community among fellow early career researchers? The Orben Group are offering small awards of up to £800 for events, plus an additional £150 as a token of appreciation for the effort involved in organisation. Events can vary in scope, with funding going towards refreshments fo…

You may have already heard about the University’s plans to improve its pay and benefits package from October 2024.We think the key updates for postdocs are:a pensionable supplement of 2.5% basic monthly pay will be awarded to all staff on University terms and conditions, up to and including salary point 48the University will pay visa and NHS surcha…

Browse our collection of free resources and training materials to keep you up-to-date and your skills sharp.  It’s important to keep your skills fresh and continue learning to make sure you put your best foot forward for any future opportunities, whether academic or professional.  We’ve put together a collection of online training and resources t…

We interviewed Indra Roux and Irina Gostimskaya, two postdocs on the committee for the Engineering Biology in Cambridge Interdisciplinary Research Centre (EngBio IRC) group.The group aims to bring together the engineering biology ecosystem of the University of Cambridge, offering a knowledge exchange between PhD students, postdocs, young group lead…

Resistance Band Blast is coming to the Eddington Postdoc Centre as part of the Active Staff Programme from Tuesday 16 July.Free to attend for any University of Cambridge staff member, this 45-minute class will be the perfect mix of strength, stability and mobility.To book, please visit the Cam Uni Sport App and select Active Staff. Please note, bef…

What is your scientific superpower? What does it mean to you to be a woman in STEMM?Tell us your story for the chance to nominate a school to receive copies of Dr Lorena Escudero Sánchez's inspiring book, "Heroines of Science". We'll also feature the successful entries on our website during Postdoc Appreciation Week 2024.Heroines of ScienceAs part …

Do you have a research-driven idea that could engage the public?An exciting opportunity has arisen for University of Cambridge researchers to take advantage of grants of up to £2000 to organise innovative public engagement activities which draw on contemporary research.You should aim to cover at least one of the following:Reach a specific target au…

We have a range of events for postdocs taking place throughout July, from virtual writing retreats to help you work in a focused, positive way, to a mid-contract check-in to step back and reflect on how you’re progressing.Find out more and book your place:Writing fellowship grants with impact2 JulyRegisterImprove your research skills with improv3 J…

Amna Ansari is one of our postdocs based in Eddington, who has used the spaces here and at Mill Lane for student supervisions. We asked her a few questions about her experience as a postdoc, how she’s interacted with the Postdoc Academy, and any recommendations she has for postdocs new to Cambridge. Amna did her PhD in Development Studies at Cambri…

The University is seeking a postdoc representative for a new working group focused on Employee Value Proposition.Employee Value Proposition (EVP) encompasses the benefits and rewards that an employer can offer to its employees. A postdoc representative is needed to join a new working group focused on EVP.The purpose of the EVP working group is to d…

The University of Cambridge LGBTQ+ Network is seeking a Chair or Co-Chair to take over when the current Chair leaves at the start of July 2024 after over four years in the role.This is an exciting and rewarding opportunity to help promote an inclusive working environment for all staff through the network’s three pillars of Advocacy, Community and C…

Does your research group deserve recognition for the work they do? Has your PI made a positive impact you’d like to share?Take a few minutes to nominate them for the 2024 Research Culture Celebration, taking place at the Kettle’s Yard on 30 September. Categories include:leadershipconcern for professional developmentrecognition and rewardwellbeing m…