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 Oct 27 2026 10:00am - 12:00pm Storytelling for Research: engage, inspire, include Storytelling is the presenter's superpower. In this workshop you will learn the tips and techniques you can use to captivate and engage your audiences Research Staff Further information Oct 28 2026 10:00am - 12:00pm Working with personal and sensitive data In this two-hour workshop, participants are introduced to the principles of collecting, storing, sharing and protecting sensitive data they may encounter as part of their work Research Staff Further information Oct 28 2026 10:00am - 12:30pm 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 Oct 28 2026 10:00am - 12:00pm Non-linear careers and your options The purpose of this workshop for research staff, is to enhance your confidence in managing your career in response to all events, planned and unplanned, and to respond to your own needs as your professional motivations and personal priorities change through life. Careers Research Staff Further information Oct 28 2026 1:00pm - 4:00pm Afternoon 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 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 Nov 02 2026 9:30am - 12:00pm Navigating the peer review process This workshop will introduce researchers to the peer review system including the process, the complexities, the responsibilities of the author/ reviewer and how to get the most out of the experience. Research Staff Further information Nov 03 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm Briefing Session: narrative CVs In this session we will cover how the narrative CV came to be, the format and what to include in the 4 key sections. We will also examine how these CVs can benefit those with non traditional career backgrounds. The session will last 45 mins, followed by a 15 min Q&A session. Careers Narrative CVs Research Staff Further information Nov 04 2026 9:30am - 1:00pm Futures Thinking Series: the situation room - scenarios for successful projects A practical half day workshop designed for projects in development or early delivery, introducing approaches for anticipating risks and planning for uncertainty. Principal Investigators Research Staff Further information Nov 04 2026 10:00am - 12:00pm Writing a Data Management Plan for your Research This workshop will introduce you to the basic components of writing a good Data Management Plan (DMP) Research Staff Further information Nov 10 2026 9:30am - 11:00am Giving an effective presentation This interactive workshop, for staff who are doing research, will focus on your needs and explore the tricks, tips and techniques of great presenters - and at all times the context will be research presentations. Research Staff Further information 1 2 3 4 5 This article was published on Monday 8 June 2026
