News and information for all postgraduate researchers at the University of York.
Vitae recently published the latest edition in the ‘What do Researchers do ?’ series, exploring the destinations and career paths of doctoral graduates. These latest finding have been analysed from the HESA ‘Graduate Outcomes’ data from 2018-19 doctoral graduates. You can read summary slides on the Vitae website and/or watch recordings of a recent event … Continue reading What do researchers do ?
The Civil Service have announced the application window for the 15 different leadership and specialist schemes on offer. Applications will open on 8th December and close on 22nd December. More details here. These schemes run for several years and aim to develop future leaders with some also including support to obtain specialist or professional qualifications. … Continue reading UK Civil Service Fast Stream Recruitment opens soon
STEM Learning Ltd, based on the University of York campus, is advertising for an Evaluation Coordinator. They have told us that they would like to encourage applicants who are soon to complete their PhD to apply, particularly if they are working in a social research, education or related subject. The role will involve working closely … Continue reading Job opportunity at STEM Learning, York
You might be aware that recruitment to the Civil Service Fast Stream was suspended earlier this year while the government looked at different options for reducing costs. Following some changes to the scheme they have announced that recruitment for 2023 will open in December. If you are interested in applying the website includes a pre-registration form … Continue reading UK Civil Service Updates
The Career Management for Early Career Academic Researchers MOOC has re-opened and will be available to all researchers until July 2023. This online course is designed specifically for research students and staff who are exploring their career options and preparing for the next stage in their career, whether in academia or beyond. It is a 4 part/week … Continue reading Free online course: Career Management for Early Career Academic Researchers
If you’re considering job opportunities in sectors outside academia you might be interested in attending our autumn term recruitment fairs next week. They give you the chance to explore graduate schemes with large employers in a range of work areas and sectors and the chance to meet employers. Most employers will not be looking for … Continue reading Recruitment Fairs next week
Defra has three secondment opportunities for postdoctoral and postgraduate researchers in the area of environment and public health. Please see this document for descriptions of the roles and time commitment involved. Closing date for applications 1st July 2022.
Final reminder for this event and confirmed panelists Considering a Career in Research? Not sure what direction you want to take or what your options are? This event is designed to help you gain insight into a range of research-based career opportunities in sectors such as academia, public sector, not for profit and commercial by … Continue reading Working in Research, 4th May, 4-5pm, Online panel event
Wednesday, May 4th 2022, 16.00-17.00 Located just outside York, Fera is a national and international centre of excellence for interdisciplinary investigation and problem solving across plant and bee health, crop protection, sustainable agriculture, food and feed quality and chemical safety in the environment. Come along to this virtual session to hear more about the work … Continue reading Food and Environment Research Agency (FERA) information session (online)
The Student Internship Bureau (SIB) is advertising paid summer internship opportunities with local employers, including the University of York. Some of these are available on a part-time, hybrid working basis so may suit PGRs. More opportunities will be added over the next couple of weeks. Examples of some of the part-time roles available include: A … Continue reading Summer Internship Opportunities
