The Library’s Family Study Room is now open. We want everyone to be able to use the Library without barriers or limits; the Family Study Room is one way to enable our students with children to succeed in their academic endeavours. The Family Study Room is a dual use space, with half of the room … Continue reading Library Family Study Room is now open
Recruitment Fairs next week
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
The GSA are recruiting
The GSA are currently advertising a new part-time Communications and Events Coordinator role. Application deadline: 19 October 2022 Find out more
Upcoming researcher training sessions
Please take a look at our Professional Development & Skills Programme – and see below for a couple of upcoming sessions we’d like to highlight to you. Please note that bookings close in advance of each session – so book soon to avoid missing out! Academic Careers: What’s Involved? 4th October, 9:30-11:00, Online This session will provide an … Continue reading Upcoming researcher training sessions
Joan Samuels Scholarship 2022 – Call for Applications
The Joan Samuels Scholarship offers one award of £1,000 to be paid against University tuition fees for one postgraduate taught student or postgraduate researcher with a disability each academic year. Applications are now being accepted until 5pm on Friday 4 November 2022. The successful candidate will be notified no later than Friday 11 November 2022. Find … Continue reading Joan Samuels Scholarship 2022 – Call for Applications
Networking Knowledge – Call for Book Reviewers
Postgraduate and early career researchers from a variety of UK universities are invited to join Networking Knowledge’s book review mailing list. Book reviews will be included in future issues of the journal and are generally 1,500 – 2,000 words, though longer reviews will be considered. Why take part? Book reviewing is an excellent way to … Continue reading Networking Knowledge – Call for Book Reviewers
Emerging Researchers’ Forum – 6 Oct
Thursday 6 Oct, 6pm – Wentworth College Senior Common Room (W/135) About the ERF The Emerging Researchers’ Forum is an informal network for researchers (PhD, MRes, ECRs) to share experiences, offer peer-support and socialise with those at a similar level within the university. The Forum aims to bridge the gap between PhDs and ECRs in … Continue reading Emerging Researchers’ Forum – 6 Oct
Mentoring and buddy support
Conducting a large research project is challenging work, but no matter your level, all postgraduate researchers are invited to take part in our award-winning Mentoring Scheme or Buddy Scheme, respectively. Find out more about each scheme below. Buddy Scheme – for 1st year Postgraduate Researchers only Application deadline: 3 October 2022 Are you a new … Continue reading Mentoring and buddy support
Paid Community Projects Facilitator roles
Careers and Placements are recruiting a small team of postgraduates to help facilitate Community Projects for the Autumn Term. These are part time paid roles (£14.06 per hour) and would suit those who are interested in developing their teaching experience or gaining experience in heritage, sustainability or working with City of York Council. Community Projects … Continue reading Paid Community Projects Facilitator roles
The York Researcher Festival 2022
The York Researcher Festival is back! Join us from 17th-21st October 2022 for an opportunity to collectively celebrate the contribution that early career researchers (both postgraduate researchers and postdocs) make to research, culture and community at York. The Festival provides opportunities for researchers to come together across disciplines to share experiences, learn, network and develop new skills. … Continue reading The York Researcher Festival 2022