Browse Researcher Development workshops and events using search tools to filter by tag, date and keyword. Click on the title in the summary to read further information and book a place. Getting started as a postdoctoral researcher online course Getting started as a postdoctoral researcher is a short online induction course for staff taking up a new postdoctoral position at the University of Edinburgh. The course, which takes approximately one hour to complete, provides a comprehensive introduction to the University's expectations, responsibilities, and opportunities available to postdoctoral researchers. Getting started as a postdoctoral researcher | online course Upcoming events Search Tags Careers Mentoring & Coaching Narrative CVs Principal Investigators Research Staff Writing Retreats Event date Date from Date to Sep 02 2026 10.00 - 12.30 Morning staff writing retreat (Sep) Protected time for research and academic staff to focus on a writing task of their choice in a structured and supportive environment. You can join online or in person in a designated room. You can opt for a morning session only, or have the option to extend it into a full day by also booking the afternoon retreat on the same day. Principal Investigators Research Staff Writing Retreats Further information Sep 02 2026 13.00 - 16.00 Afternoon staff writing retreat (Sep) Protected time for research and academic staff to focus on a writing task of their choice in a structured and supportive environment. You can join online or in person in a designated room. You can opt for an afternoon session only, or have the option to extend it into a full day by also booking the morning retreat on the same day. Principal Investigators Research Staff Writing Retreats Further information Sep 08 2026 12.00 - 13.00 Briefing Session: academic CVs This briefing session is for research staff and will focus on writing academic CVs. It will address how to present your skills, experience and research effectively, and assist you to tailor your CV for different roles within academia. Careers Research Staff Further information Sep 15 2026 11.00 - 12.30 SRLN: Challenging conversations and non-violent communication This is a short online event as part of the Scottish Research Leaders Network series. In this session, we will discuss giving feedback and having important conversations, an important aspect of leading and managing others. There will also be opportunities for peer discussion and networking with other research leaders across Scotland. Principal Investigators Further information Sep 16 2026 12.00 - 13.00 Briefing Session: career decision-making Career decision-making is a complex, personal, and recurring process. This online briefing session for research staff will introduce you to the most common causes of career indecision, ways to tackle them, and explore tools that can help you evaluate variables and factors important to you in your life and career. Careers Research Staff Further information Sep 17 2026 09.30 - 13.00 Futures Thinking Series: reclaiming energy and purpose in research A half day workshop for reconnecting with energy, curiosity, and creative spark in research, particularly during challenging or uncertain times. Principal Investigators Research Staff Further information Sep 23 2026 10.00 - 12.00 Squiggly careers and your options A workshop for research staff to build confidence in managing their career through planned and unexpected change. It will help you respond to shifting professional goals, personal priorities, and career needs over time. Careers Research Staff Further information Sep 29 2026 09.30 - 13.00 Futures Thinking Series: orienting and relating amid uncertainty This half day workshop explores how today’s shifting and uncertain context influences our ability to respond and create meaningful change. Principal Investigators Research Staff Further information Oct 01 2026 09.30 - 12.30 Practical Project Management for Researchers This 2-half day workshop is an introduction to Project Management focused on practical skills, tools and techniques to help you successfully plan and deliver your projects, aligning with standard recognised project management methodologies. Research Staff Further information Oct 01 2026 10.00 - 12.30 Morning staff writing retreat (Oct) Protected time for research and academic staff to focus on a writing task of their choice in a structured and supportive environment. You can join online or in person in a designated room. You can opt for a morning session only, or have the option to extend it into a full day by also booking the afternoon retreat on the same day. Principal Investigators Research Staff Writing Retreats Further information 1 2 3 4 5 6 This article was published on Monday 8 June 2026
