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3 Nov 2023: The Postdoc Academy focuses on community development and engagement to provide a sense of belonging to all postdocs and does this by working in partnership with postdoc groups, networks, and other University services.

8 Nov 2023: At the Postdoc Academy, we provide some resources to help you get started when you are new to your postdoc contract at Cambridge.

20 Oct 2023: The University is conducting a review to understand the experiences of its LGBTQ+ staff members through a survey and series of focus groups. These are designed to be a safe space to discuss what it's like to be an LGBTQ+ person working here.

4 May 2023: We produce podcasts on topics relevant to the postdoc community - either as one-off episodes or short series. Explore our episodes below or subscribe to PdA Podcasts on your favourite platform!

8 Nov 2023: Postdocs who have been in post for a minimum of 300 consecutive days are eligible for alumni benefits when they leave the University.

19 Dec 2023: We're looking to appoint a Finance and Operations Manager to lead on the financial, centres, and people operations of our small and dynamic department. The closing date for applications is 28 January 2024.

29 Jun 2023: Supporting your research. Career and professional development. Communities and networks. HR and wellbeing.

22 Nov 2023: The sale or resale of alcohol is not permitted on our premises. If you wish to offer alcohol to attendees as part of your event, you will need to apply for a Temporary Events Notice and provide proof of a successful application before the booking

4 Jan 2023: Current opportunities for postdoc representatives:. Action Research on Research Culture Postdoc Advisory Group.

13 Jun 2023: We are currently recruiting for a new Project Co-ordinator to support the administration and delivery of a varied programme for postdocs.

17 Oct 2023: Our mentoring scheme is open again for applications until 12 November. Apply now for the opportunity to have reflective and developmental career conversations with a mentor from academia or beyond over a 9-month period!

6 Nov 2023: Resources to Share We have collated some resources which may be of interest to you in supporting your postdocs. These could be included in welcome packs, local inductions, on display screens or notice boards, and circulars to postdoc mailing lists.

20 Dec 2023: Registration is now open to attend an exciting virtual course on networking and profile building - learn tools for growing and nurturing your networks and put your skills into practice with other UK researchers.

10 Oct 2023: With ever developing complexities in the UK’s immigration system, Graeme Ross, the University’s Head of Immigration for staff matters, conducts termly briefing sessions for non-UK postdocs holding UK visas.

7 Jun 2023: Room details Capacity: 100 people lecture-style, 70 people workshop-style Equipment: lectern with microphone projector and speakers (HDMI connection) 3x microphones (lectern, handheld, lapel) hearing loop wifi (UniOfCam, eduroam).

5 Jul 2023: Search site. Postdoc Academy. Societies and Networks. is the University society for all postdoctoral research staff and Junior Research Fellows (JRFs) at Cambridge. ... These opportunities provide additional networking benefits to postdocs who already

6 Jun 2023: Room details Capacity: 25 people lecture-style, 14 people workshop-style. Equipment: projector and speaker (HDMI connection), wifi (UniofCam, eduroam). Layout options Mill Lane Seminar Room

6 Jun 2023: Room details Capacity: 12 people. Equipment: wifi (UniofCam, eduroam). Layout options Mill Lane Comittee Room

29 Aug 2023: submit a poster or online content. Get involved by gaining wisdom through talks from exceptional researchers across the UK and further your own research by expanding your network with postdocs and

25 Jan 2023: niche research skills training and accredited programmes. attendance at briefings or workshops from specialists in relevant fields.

6 Jun 2023: Room details Capacity: 50 people lecture-style, 30 people workshop-style. Equipment: projector and speakers (HDMI connection), wifi (UniofCam, eduroam). Layout options Lecture-style: Eastwood Room lecture-style layout Workshop-style: Eastwood

1 Dec 2023: As postdocs, you face a unique combination of stressors that make it harder to protect your mental wellbeing. So Sam Thorogood from Tiny Pause is introducing the Protect Focus series to help you optimise your focus and take restorative breaks. Sign

13 Dec 2023: However you'll be spending your break, all of us at the Postdoc Academy wish you a happy, healthy and restful time. We will be on leave from 22 December until 2 January - find out about access to the Postdoc Centres during this time.

2 Aug 2023: Step out of your day-to-day activities and join likeminded researchers from across Europe at 1,940m height in beautiful Obergurgl, Austria for the opportunity to see your research through ... Identify how to apply your research skills and experience to

7 Nov 2023: If you are a postdoc affiliated with Cambridge through a visitor's agreement, a University Partner Institute (UPI), or through a College fellowship or employment contract, you may find some of the resources you have access to differ.

6 Jun 2023: Room details Capacity: 20 people with just chairs, or 12 people around a boardroom table. Equipment: projector (HDMI connection), wifi (UniofCam, eduroam). Layout options Biomedical Campus Seminar Room

7 Jun 2023: Room details Capacity: 25 people lecture-style 15 people boardroom/workshop-style Equipment: Projection/sound via mobile plasma screen (HDMI connection), wifi (UniOfCam, eduroam).

6 Jun 2023: Room details Capacity: 6 people around a boardroom table. Equipment: projector (HDMI connection), wifi (UniofCam, eduroam). Layout options Biomedical Campus Committee Room

7 Feb 2023: Following refurbishment, our postdoc centre on the Biomedical Campus is now open again for hot-desking and events.

6 Jun 2023: Room details Capacity: 30 people. Equipment: projector (HDMI connection), wifi (UniofCam, eduroam). Layout options Standard layout: Newman Library standard layout Lecture-style layout: Newman Library lecture layout

17 Mar 2023: Our mentoring scheme for postdocs is open again for applications until Thursday 13 April 2023.

6 Jun 2023: Accessibility The centre is fully accessible to wheelchair users, but does not have automatic doors. A hearing loop is available.

6 Jun 2023: Accessibility Limited access. There is a short flight of steps leading down to the basement where the Postdoc Centre is located, but unfortunately, no elevator or stair-lift is available. Parking Cycle parking is available in front of the Postdoc

29 Mar 2023: The Cambridge Chemistry Gender Equality Network and The Queer in Chemistry Network have recently been formed and are seeking new members and connections.

9 Nov 2023: Engage with our Researcher Development training, including expert-led workshops on topics ranging from negotiating skills and imposter syndrome, to writing Fellowship grants and building research collaborations.

18 Sep 2023: We're excited to welcome postdocs back to the Biomedical Campus Postdoc Centre! Find out how to use the spaces there, and submit your profile to help other postdocs connect with you.

27 Oct 2023: into a business case to secure funding: whether this is for academic research, industry collaboration or to commercialise your research.

22 Feb 2023: How would the transition impact the University in terms of funding, research, delivery, reputation, and academic freedom?

23 Feb 2023: Eight postdocs have an opportunity to engage with the UN High Level Climate Champion for COP26 to help develop a study on fossil fuel industry ties in the University.

5 Sep 2023: Research Culture video update. Hear from the Action Research on Research Culture team about what has been happening with the project since we introduced it with this podcast in 2020.

21 Mar 2023: You’ll learn how to communicate the value and impact of your research, whether you’re applying for research funding, interested in working in industry, or creating a business case to

6 Jun 2023: Accessibility Elevator access – requires access card. Please notify Clifford Allbutt Building reception in advance if assistance is required on CABreception@admin.cam.ac.uk / 01223 (7)62299. Parking Cycle parking is available at the front of the

22 Jun 2023: Hot-desking The quiet working space for postdocs is open 7am - 11pm, Monday to Sunday. There are 10 hot-desks and 2 monitors available. Once you complete the online induction, you can visit the Postdoc Centre at Eddington to get your University card

2 May 2023: Registration is now open to attend our exciting virtual course on networking and profile building - learn tools for growing and nurturing your networks and put your skills into practice with other UK researchers.

30 Oct 2023: Would you like a series of one-to-one coaching sessions to talk about your personal development or current challenges? Apply now for up to 6 free sessions with an experienced coach.

5 Apr 2023: Are you a postdoc with a business opportunity you want to make a reality? Apply now for sponsorship on two intensive entrepreneurial training programmes.

19 Apr 2023: How would the Grace impact the University in terms of funding, research, delivery, reputation, and academic freedom?

28 Jun 2023: We now have two quiet booths at Eddington that you can use for taking calls or joining online meetings.

14 Jun 2023: We've produced a short series of podcasts with the people who provide training and support to postdocs - they offer their top tips and explain how you can access further advice, training, and sometimes funding.

30 May 2023: The Career Support Fund is a short-term fund designed to support employees whose careers have been adversely affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, or from taking a career break or a period of leave for caring responsibilities.