Two new guides to co-producing research with the public

With funding from the Wellcome Trust and the University via the Centre for Future Health (CFH), two new guides to co-producing research with the public have been created. Guide to Co-production with the Public for ResearchersThis reference manual for researchers covers everything from underpinning principles, to techniques and methods, through to handling the practicalities and ethics … Continue reading Two new guides to co-producing research with the public

Teach with The York Management School

New Graduate Teaching Assistant roles are currently being advertised, presenting an opportunity to gain early career learning and teaching experience. The York Management School would like to invite applications to the position of GTA as part of the team delivering Undergraduate-level content for the following modules: E MarketingUnder the supervision of the module leader and … Continue reading Teach with The York Management School

Christmas card competition: Win an iPad!

Design a Christmas card for a chance to win an iPad! Draw, photograph or digitally create a Christmas card and the winning design, chosen by Vice-Chancellor Charlie Jeffery, will be printed and sold on campus and the winner receive an iPad! Why not theme your design around university life, York’s amazing campus and wildlife, or … Continue reading Christmas card competition: Win an iPad!

Rapid results Covid testing – interested?

Planning to travel for the Christmas break? We are putting plans in place to help you do so safely. We will offer rapid results Covid testing on campus by the end of November and would like to get an early indication of how many tests we will need. Tell us if you are interested in … Continue reading Rapid results Covid testing – interested?

Emergency Student Support Fund reopens

The Emergency Student Support Fund has reopened – the first application deadline is Tuesday 17 November 2020. The Emergency Student Support Fund (ESSF) aims to provide short-term financial support for the unanticipated needs of York students caused or exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. Students can apply for a maximum of £500 of non-repayable funding. All … Continue reading Emergency Student Support Fund reopens

Upcoming training courses for postgraduate researchers

The Research Excellence Training Team (RETT) has a number of bespoke training sessions taking place before the end of November, with places still available. Attendance lists close 2 working days before the session takes place, so don’t delay in booking your place! Mon 16 Nov 14:00-16:30Persuading, Influencing & Communicating with Alex Firmin from Promethean Executive Tues 17 Nov 10:00-12:00Intellectual … Continue reading Upcoming training courses for postgraduate researchers

JOB OPPORTUNITY: Research Assistant

The Academic Support Office is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic research assistant to work with the Learning Enhancement team on the Access and Participation ‘Award Gap’ project. In this role, you will work closely with the Project Lead to: Gather and summarise current national policy and guidance documents. Gather examples of good practice in addressing … Continue reading JOB OPPORTUNITY: Research Assistant

NEW: Postgraduate Research Writing-up+ Support Fund

The Postgraduate Research Writing-up+ Support Fund is available for postgraduate researchers who are currently in their writing-up period or who have been granted an extension to their studies. Assistance from the Postgraduate Research Writing-up+ Support Fund is designed with longer-term funding in mind. If you are experiencing urgent financial hardship, please speak to a Student Adviser at the … Continue reading NEW: Postgraduate Research Writing-up+ Support Fund