Postgraduate researchers
Explore our resource hub which brings together curated resources to support postgraduate researchers navigating the unique demands of advanced study and the development of specialised expertise during their doctoral journey.
Resources for Postgraduate researchers
Understand what government needs from academic engagement
See academic-policy engagement from the policymaker’s perspective and use that insight to make your expertise more useful and influential.
Tell the full story of your research contribution
Use evidence-informed guidance to articulate the breadth of your research contribution more effectively and recognise it in other narrative CVs.
Build your network without having to ‘work the room’
Build professional relationships more intentionally, using practical approaches to networking that feel manageable and authentic.
Build equity and responsibility into your research from the outset
Use a practical framework to build equity and responsible practice into research projects, collaborations and funding proposals.
Crafting an effective Narrative CV
Developed by the the University of Cambridge, this resource includes examples of effective Narrative CVs.
Step-by-step guide to networking
In academic careers, networks provide protection and support during periods of uncertainty, and momentum when doors open unexpectedly. If you are not known to a wider network, it’s likely your name won’t come up spontaneously for jobs and other opportunities, and you won’t be considered. This article includes ways to polish your networking skills so they become second nature
The Valuing Voices Tool
A practical approach to achieving meaningful, impactful and fundable research. Five principles, four questions, one tool.
ECR Collective online hub
An online hub aimed at providing a virtual community space for Early Career Researchers across White Rose universities.
What is sponsoring, mentorship and coaching?
Watch the video to learn more about sponsorship, mentorship and coaching and the differences when used in a professional development context.
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