Developing careers in research

We support the career development of our researchers in many ways, from providing training and collaboration opportunities to mentoring and researcher communities.

Here, they describe some of the opportunities the University offers and how it has helped with developing their own career paths in research. 

Another path for career development in research Head and shoulders shot of Eva

Dr Eva Caamano Gutierrez

Taking an interdisciplinary approach to biotechnological research within the University’s Computational Biology Facility.

Nurturing research environment a path to success for climatologist Researchers standing in front of weather station

Dr Cyril Caminade

Climatologist Dr Cyril Caminade has accessed various opportunities within the University to help strengthen his research.

Encouraging autonomy for Post-Doctoral researchers Nano-medicine podcast

Dr James Hobson

James is making the most of the freedom to develop his own ideas to become a leader in nanomedicine.

Becoming a research leader Dr Cat Mahoney presenting at an event

Dr Cat Mahoney

Cat is on her way to being a research leader in Communication and Media after being awarded a Derby Fellowship in 2018.

Gaining insights into research impact Academic presenting at conference

Mary Jane Monaghan

Mary talks about how the University's research environment has enabled her to both share and gain insights into impact.

ECR community Academic standing with her research poster

Dr Helen Cauldbeck

A Unilever Research Fellow in the Department of Chemistry describes engaging with the early career researcher (ECR) community.

Opportunities in a well-connected university Researcher standing next to Harris Wellbeing Preterm Birth Centre plaque

Dr Sarah Arrowsmith

Sarah, a Post-Doctoral Research Associate, talks about how the University's close connections to the NHS are a key contributor to her flourishing research career.

Freedom to explore new research ideas Dr Hugo Lam giving a presentation in front of a large screen

Dr Hugo Lam

A researcher at the Management School, has seen his research interests broaden significantly after taking up his post at the University in 2015.

Developing into an independent researcher Researcher Nicola Beesley sitting in chair

Dr Nicola Beesley

Nicola talks about taking advantage of various development opportunities at the University on her path to becoming an independent researcher.

Dr Kris Subramaniam

Kris, who works on vaccines and immunology, is passionate about improving opportunities for postdoctoral researchers.