Postdoc Masterclasses
Monthly sessions for Research Fellows focusing on aspects of research, research culture, and careers. If you'd like to suggest a session Please get in touch.
Wednesday 11 October, 14.00-16.00, A03 Crombie Halls: Engagement and Impact for Career Development
In this Postdoc Masterclass Researcher Development Adviser Dr Claire Hawes will be joined by the University's Impact Manager, Dr Ruth Banks, to give you an overview of this important area, how it can help you to develop your career inside and outside research, and to outline how the University can support you to do this work.
A presentation from the speakers will be followed by plenty of time for questions and discussion, and the opportunity to talk to Ruth afterwards about your own work.
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Mandatory Training
There are a number of training modules that you should complete within the first six months of starting work at the University of Aberdeen. You can find more information on the courses below.
- Research Ethics and Governance online course - accessed through MyAberdeen. Read the Research Governance Handbook.
- Research Integrity online course - accessed through MyAberdeen
- Inclusion Essentials online course.
- Tackling Racial Bias online course.
- IT Security Awareness online course.
Mentoring
You can join the University's Staff Mentoring Scheme, or speak to your PI or Line Manager about finding a mentor independently.
Leadership
The University runs an accredited Leadership and Management course, the ILM. More details can be found in the Leadership Course Booklet.
Course Booking
You can find the latest courses, workshops and session on the University's Course Booking System. Research Fellows are welcome at any sessions run for staff.
University-Wide Teams
There are colleagues across the University who can support you with your research:
Research and Innovation, for support with funding, impact, knowledge exchange, commercialisation, and research policy.
The Library, for support with all aspects of the publication process.
Staff Development, for University-wide courses and support.
Digital Research for support and advice on your data.
The Centre for Academic Development for support with teaching and education.