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😕 Understanding the range of research careers available isn't easy! 🛣 The STEM Research career roadmap is designed to help showcase potential pathways. Check it out! ✨ Our new website shares progression pathways, salary expectations and case studies showcasing diverse scientists working in research.

BME Early Career Researcher? This might be of interest to you: Booking for the conference below is now open and may be of interest, or please do pass on to anyone you think would find it useful to attend. There are in-person and on-line options for attendance. https://lnkd.in/eNUhpBg8 8th BME Early Career Researchers’ Conference Theme: Championing the Success of BME ECRs

Opinion piece: Collaborative consortia offer a big boost to postdoctoral workforce development These consortia—networks of faculty researchers and postdoctoral scholars focusing on professional development, career mentorship, and job placement while conducting theme-based research—can help maximize the benefits of postdoc training periods and mitigate challenges, barriers to diversity, and disenchantment. https://ow.ly/afC450SuTp9

STEM careers and the demand for them seem to grow exponentially with every day that passes. But what is STEM? Why is it important? Read more on the Coastline Blog: Exploring the World of STEM and What You Need to Know to Join It https://lnkd.in/gqxczRAj

Opinion piece: New, distributed collaborative consortia of faculty and postdocs can greatly enhance postdoc professional development, mentorship, and job placement These consortia—networks of faculty researchers and postdoctoral scholars who prioritize professional development, career mentorship, and job placement while united by a common theme—can maximize the benefits of postdoc training periods while addressing challenges, promoting diversity, and reducing disenchantment. https://ow.ly/BIgw50SzaBb

💼 PhD Career Talks: Exploring Opportunities Beyond Academia 💼 Last Tuesday, in collaboration with YouReCa@KU Leuven, we launched a new event: PhD Career Talks – Exploring Job Opportunities Beyond Academia. 🎙️ We recognize that not all PhD or Postdoc students aspire to stay in academia, and making the leap to other industries can be both exciting and challenging. To provide guidance and inspiration, we were honored to welcome seven of our PhD alumni. They shared their personal career journeys, challenges they overcame, and valuable insights to help our current FEB PhD and Postdoc students navigate their own paths. Thank you Edward Calthrop, Gert Bijnens, Laura Nurski, Inge Van den Brande, Caroline Gilbert, HIEN TANG and Victor Zuiddam, PhD! 🙏

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐋𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐜𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐆𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐇𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞 | 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐀𝐂𝐄 • 𝐇𝐨𝐧. Blair Boyer MP, Minister for Education, Training, and Skills—Shaping the Future with STEM & Empowering Individuals, Communities, and the World. In a world driven by innovation and technology, the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) play a crucial role in shaping the future of individuals, communities, organizations, and the world as a whole. The advancement of STEM education and careers holds the key to unlocking new possibilities, solving complex challenges, and driving progress in various spheres of society. As Science Alive unfolds at the Adelaide Showgrounds, drawing in thousands of enthusiastic students eager to explore the wonders of STEM, it is evident that the interest and engagement in these disciplines are on the rise. The interactive nature of STEM events like this not only captivates young minds but also ignites a passion for learning and discovery that can have a lasting impact on their future aspirations. Apparently, Blair Boyer MP, Minister for Education, Training, and Skills—recognizing the significance of early exposure to STEM subjects in shaping the career paths of students. By igniting the curiosity and imagination of young minds, we are laying the foundation for a future generation of innovators, problem-solvers, and critical thinkers who will propel advancements and transformations in the years ahead. STEM education empowers individuals by cultivating creativity, collaboration, and a continuous learning mindset to adapt to modern challenges. STEM professionals drive positive change by developing cutting-edge technologies and addressing global issues like climate change and healthcare to shape a better future for all. Communities benefit greatly from the advancement of STEM as well. Investing in STEM education and infrastructure enables communities to foster economic growth, innovation, and sustainable development. Initiatives driven by STEM can empower local industries, attract investments, and enhance residents' quality of life, leading to a chain reaction of advancement and prosperity. Organizations that embrace and leverage STEM capabilities are positioned to thrive in a rapidly evolving global landscape. STEM-driven organizations leverage data analytics for strategic decision-making and implement engineering innovations for sustainable practices, enhancing efficiency, competitiveness, and resilience in overcoming challenges. Internationally, STEM is fostering innovation in various sectors such as space exploration, renewable energy, and healthcare, revolutionizing our daily lives and interactions. The collaborative empowerment through STEM is shaping a more promising future. Australia's focus on early STEM education aims to develop the next generation of skilled individuals and propel the nation's progress. #STEM #education #innovation #technology #science #engineering #mathematics

❓ Have you successfully completed your PhD and are now thinking about what to do next? How about a #postdoc in Germany? German universities enjoy an excellent reputation worldwide and Germany is even in the top 5 worldwide for scientific publications! A career in science opens many doors for you, either in German companies or in one of the renowned research institutions. Still looking for information? You can find it here at Research in Germany. 👇

Have you successfully completed your PhD and are now thinking about what to do next? How about a #postdoc in Germany? Still looking for information? You can find it here at Research in Germany. 👇 #DAAD #postdoc #ResearchInGermany #AcademicCareer

Royce’s continued partnership with In2scienceUK allowed more students from low socioeconomic and underrepresented backgrounds to complete placements with some of our researchers this year. Royce funding particularly focuses on the In2research programme; allowing researchers to mentor participants on 8-week summer placements that form part of a year-long cohort programme for undergraduates. These projects offer a chance for researchers working across the Royce partnership to mentor a young scientist, share insights into what research life entails, and build connections to upcoming talent. For the participants, the programme opens the door on a future research career, helps them to network beyond their immediate course and lecturers, and get involved in real-world scientific research. One success story for last year’s cohort is Mariam, who spent her placement with Dr Gunnar Kusch, Senior Research Fellow at the University of Cambridge (Both pictured). Read more about Mariam's experience: https://lnkd.in/eepjpwjP