Researcher Development Programme (RDP) course timetable
November 2021
| Fri 5 |
Speaking to the media can seem daunting, but with preparation and practice, you can make sure that even the most challenging interview goes smoothly. In this workshop, you will learn to prepare for an interview and how to ensure you get your messages across clearly to your audiences. Colleagues from the Office of External Affairs & Communications will help you put into practice what you learn, with the opportunity to try your hand at mock ‘live’ radio and TV interviews. |
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Successful engagement with the public can benefit research, researchers and the public – but how do you go about demonstrating this change? Evaluation of engagement doesn’t just help us demonstrate the value of our PE initiatives but can help bring us closer to our audiences by giving the public a strong clear voice. This workshop will guide you through the best evaluation processes showing you When, Why and crucially How to use evaluation to give you reliable and clear data. Join this course to learn how to:
The group session will be followed by the opportunity for a one-to-one 15-minute session with the trainer where you can discuss your ideas and questions, and get project specific help. This course will be led by Jamie Gallagher. Jamie is an award-winning freelance science communicator and engagement professional. He has delivered training around the world, from the skyscrapers of Hong Kong to tents in the African bush. Having had four years’ experience as the central PE lead for the University of Glasgow he has worked on improving the reach, profile and impact of research engagement in almost every academic discipline. Specialising in evaluation Jamie provides consultancy services to charities and universities helping them to demonstrate their impact and understand their audiences and stakeholders. Jamie is also an associate editor of the Research for All journal. He was named as one of the “100 leading practising scientists in the UK” by the Science Council and as one of the “175 Faces of Chemistry” by the Royal Society of Chemistry. He won the International 3 Minute Thesis Competition and Famelab Scotland. www.jamiebgall.co.uk @jamiebgall |
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Successful engagement with the public can benefit research, researchers and the public – but how do you go about demonstrating this change? Evaluation of engagement doesn’t just help us demonstrate the value of our PE initiatives but can help bring us closer to our audiences by giving the public a strong clear voice. This workshop will guide you through the best evaluation processes showing you When, Why and crucially How to use evaluation to give you reliable and clear data. Join this course to learn how to:
The group session will be followed by the opportunity for a one-to-one 15-minute session with the trainer where you can discuss your ideas and questions, and get project specific help. This course will be led by Jamie Gallagher. Jamie is an award-winning freelance science communicator and engagement professional. He has delivered training around the world, from the skyscrapers of Hong Kong to tents in the African bush. Having had four years’ experience as the central PE lead for the University of Glasgow he has worked on improving the reach, profile and impact of research engagement in almost every academic discipline. Specialising in evaluation Jamie provides consultancy services to charities and universities helping them to demonstrate their impact and understand their audiences and stakeholders. Jamie is also an associate editor of the Research for All journal. He was named as one of the “100 leading practising scientists in the UK” by the Science Council and as one of the “175 Faces of Chemistry” by the Royal Society of Chemistry. He won the International 3 Minute Thesis Competition and Famelab Scotland. www.jamiebgall.co.uk @jamiebgall |
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| Mon 8 |
Have you ever thought about telling your research story through the universal language of photography? This training will help you reach diverse audiences even simply by taking photographs with a smartphone! The workshop will look at how you can use photography as a tool to translate the key messages in your research work, the different styles and techniques to do so, and basic technical & software editing skills to perfect your shots. You will have the opportunity for a one-to-one 20-minute session with the trainer where you can discuss your ideas and questions and get project specific help. The training will be led by Domininkas Zalys. Dom’s career in the creative industry began in Florence and further developed studying photography at the Cambridge School of Art. Dom has worked with Wired Magazine, Jordan Belford, Prof Stephen Hawking, and many more established people and businesses around the world. |
| Wed 10 |
Engaged Researcher Online - Strategic Use Of Social Media (Advanced Social Media Engagement)
Finished
This training is aimed at users who already run one or more social media accounts and are looking to develop their strategic approach. We will consider and discuss your current goals and audiences for social media and assess the current performance of your social media channels. We will look at gaps and share ideas around tactics to grow your reach and engage your followers. The course will be delivered by Anu Hautalampi, a communications specialist with a focus on social media. Anu was the first Head of Social Media and AV for the University of Cambridge and created the University’s social media strategy. She currently leads on social media for UN Women globally. |
| Thu 11 |
Have you ever thought about telling your research story through the universal language of photography? This training will help you reach diverse audiences even simply by taking photographs with a smartphone! The workshop will look at how you can use photography as a tool to translate the key messages in your research work, the different styles and techniques to do so, and basic technical & software editing skills to perfect your shots. You will have the opportunity for a one-to-one 20-minute session with the trainer where you can discuss your ideas and questions and get project specific help. The training will be led by Domininkas Zalys. Dom’s career in the creative industry began in Florence and further developed studying photography at the Cambridge School of Art. Dom has worked with Wired Magazine, Jordan Belford, Prof Stephen Hawking, and many more established people and businesses around the world. |
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Speaking to the media can seem daunting, but with preparation and practice, you can make sure that even the most challenging interview goes smoothly. In this workshop, you will learn to prepare for an interview and how to ensure you get your messages across clearly to your audiences. Colleagues from the Office of External Affairs & Communications will help you put into practice what you learn, with the opportunity to try your hand at mock ‘live’ radio and TV interviews. |
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| Mon 15 |
Have you ever thought about telling your research story through the universal language of photography? This training will help you reach diverse audiences even simply by taking photographs with a smartphone! The workshop will look at how you can use photography as a tool to translate the key messages in your research work, the different styles and techniques to do so, and basic technical & software editing skills to perfect your shots. You will have the opportunity for a one-to-one 20-minute session with the trainer where you can discuss your ideas and questions and get project specific help. The training will be led by Domininkas Zalys. Dom’s career in the creative industry began in Florence and further developed studying photography at the Cambridge School of Art. Dom has worked with Wired Magazine, Jordan Belford, Prof Stephen Hawking, and many more established people and businesses around the world. |
| Tue 16 |
Engaged Researcher Online - Strategic Use Of Social Media (Advanced Social Media Engagement)
Finished
This training is aimed at users who already run one or more social media accounts and are looking to develop their strategic approach. We will consider and discuss your current goals and audiences for social media and assess the current performance of your social media channels. We will look at gaps and share ideas around tactics to grow your reach and engage your followers. The course will be delivered by Anu Hautalampi, a communications specialist with a focus on social media. Anu was the first Head of Social Media and AV for the University of Cambridge and created the University’s social media strategy. She currently leads on social media for UN Women globally. |
December 2021
| Tue 7 |
What is impact? This training will disentangle academic and non-academic impact and explore the different types of impact and why impact is important. There will be opportunity to discuss your research in small groups, and consider the types of impact that you could generate. The session will consider how to incorporate impact into a research proposal and provide some useful tools. You will also understand where Public Engagement sits in the wider Impact agenda. You will have the opportunity to analyse impact case studies that feature Public Engagement as a way of achieving impact. The training will be led by Caroline Reynolds, Impact Facilitator at the Research Office. |
| Wed 8 |
Are you curious to learn more about how to present your work and yourself professionally outside of academia by taking advantage of the online available resources? This training will focus on professional ‘branding’ outside of academia. First, it will introduce the importance of presenting yourself and your ideas in the right way to the stakeholders you are interested in connecting with professionally. The session will then delve into how to present your skills and your experience to position yourself credibly in a relevant field, whether on LinkedIn, through your CV and bio, or by ‘online’ networking. The training will be led by Dr Maja Spanu. Maja is an Affiliated Lecturer in International Politics at the University of Cambridge. She has extensive international experience working in research & analysis and training & teaching in higher education, policy and cultural philanthropy. Working with universities and research institutions across Europe, she regularly delivers career trainings & advice to researchers and university staff seeking to professionalise outside of academia, make their work policy-relevant or enhance their social impact in meaningful and creative ways. |
January 2022
| Thu 20 |
Engaged Researcher has moved to Inkpath To see course information and book your place: To see all the Engaged Researcher courses open for booking: 1) head over to Inkpath (https://webapp.inkpath.co.uk/) 2) select 'single sign-on', choose University of Cambridge, and log in with Raven 3) search 'Engaged Researcher' to find all of our courses currently open for booking. |
| Tue 25 |
Engaged Researcher has moved to Inkpath To view course information and book your place: https://webapp.inkpath.co.uk/#/redirect/eyJuYW1lIjoiQWN0aXZpdHlEZXRhaWxQYWdlIiwicGFyYW1zIjp7ImlkIjoyMzU1NX19 To view all the Engaged Researcher courses open for booking: 1) head over to Inkpath (https://webapp.inkpath.co.uk/) 2) select 'single sign-on', choose University of Cambridge, and log in with Raven 3) search 'Engaged Researcher' to find all of our courses currently open for booking. |
| Wed 26 |
Engaged Researcher has moved to Inkpath To book your place: To find all the Engaged Researcher courses open for booking: 1) head over to Inkpath (https://webapp.inkpath.co.uk/) 2) select 'single sign-on', choose University of Cambridge, and log in with Raven 3) search 'Engaged Researcher' to find all of our courses currently open for booking. |
| Thu 27 |
Engaged Researcher has moved to Inkpath To book your place: To find all the Engaged Researcher courses open for booking: 1) head over to Inkpath (https://webapp.inkpath.co.uk/) 2) select 'single sign-on', choose University of Cambridge, and log in with Raven 3) search 'Engaged Researcher' to find all of our courses currently open for booking. |
| Fri 28 |
Engaged Researcher has moved to Inkpath To book your place: To find all the Engaged Researcher courses open for booking: 1) head over to Inkpath (https://webapp.inkpath.co.uk/) 2) select 'single sign-on', choose University of Cambridge, and log in with Raven 3) search 'Engaged Researcher' to find all of our courses currently open for booking. |
| Mon 31 |
Engaged Researcher has moved to Inkpath To view course information and book your place: To view all the Engaged Researcher courses open for booking: 1) head over to Inkpath (https://webapp.inkpath.co.uk/) 2) select 'single sign-on', choose University of Cambridge, and log in with Raven 3) search 'Engaged Researcher' to find all of our courses currently open for booking. Please note that the mandatory sessions of this course will be held in person. |
February 2022
| Thu 3 |
Engaged Researcher has moved to Inkpath To book your place: https://webapp.inkpath.co.uk/#/redirect/eyJuYW1lIjoiQWN0aXZpdHlEZXRhaWxQYWdlIiwicGFyYW1zIjp7ImlkIjoyMzU1N319 To see all the Engaged Researcher courses open for booking: 1) head over to Inkpath (https://webapp.inkpath.co.uk/) 2) select 'single sign-on', choose University of Cambridge, and log in with Raven 3) search 'Engaged Researcher' to find all of our courses currently open for booking. |
| Tue 8 |
Engaged Researcher has moved to Inkpath To view course information and book your place: To view all the Engaged Researcher courses open for booking: 1) head over to Inkpath (https://webapp.inkpath.co.uk/) 2) select 'single sign-on', choose University of Cambridge, and log in with Raven 3) search 'Engaged Researcher' to find all of our courses currently open for booking. Please note that the mandatory sessions of this course will be held in person. |
| Wed 9 |
Engaged Researcher has moved to Inkpath To view course information and book your place: To view all the Engaged Researcher courses open for booking: 1) head over to Inkpath (https://webapp.inkpath.co.uk/) 2) select 'single sign-on', choose University of Cambridge, and log in with Raven 3) search 'Engaged Researcher' to find all of our courses currently open for booking. Please note that the mandatory sessions of this course will be held in person. |
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Putting your Research into Context
Finished
Do people tune out when you talk to them about your research? Can you explain why your research is worth their attention? Do you know how to make your research better and enhance its impact by gathering external perspectives from industrial and commercial contacts? This 3-hour interactive online workshop gives you the tools to discover and communicate the broader context of your work when engaging with industry and business contacts. It will help you explain the relevance and anticipated impact of your research to non-experts. Practice discussing your work among peers so that you can crystallise your message and make it relevant. This will maximise the value of your next opportunity to talk about your research to external contacts. This workshop is particularly relevant if you are preparing to participate in a workshop, conference or poster session where you will be engaging with potential industrial partners. It is also relevant if you are looking for future sponsorship for your research, preparing for its commercial uptake, or even if you are considering a job outside academia! Course Organised by: Maxwell Centre (www.maxwell.cam.ac.uk) |
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Engaged Researcher has moved to Inkpath In order to book your place: To find all the Engaged Researcher trainings open for booking 1) head over to Inkpath (https://webapp.inkpath.co.uk/) 2) select 'single sign-on', choose University of Cambridge, and log in with Raven 3) search 'Engaged Researcher' to find all of our courses currently open for booking. |
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| Fri 11 |
Engaged Researcher has moved to Inkpath To view course information and book your place: To view all the Engaged Researcher courses open for booking: 1) head over to Inkpath (https://webapp.inkpath.co.uk/) 2) select 'single sign-on', choose University of Cambridge, and log in with Raven 3) search 'Engaged Researcher' to find all of our courses currently open for booking. Please note that the mandatory sessions of this course will be held in person. |
| Tue 15 |
Engaged Researcher has moved to Inkpath To book your place: https://webapp.inkpath.co.uk/#/redirect/eyJuYW1lIjoiQ291cnNlRGV0YWlsUGFnZSIsInBhcmFtcyI6eyJpZCI6MTE4fX0= To find all the Engaged Researcher open for booking: 1) head over to Inkpath (https://webapp.inkpath.co.uk/) 2) select 'single sign-on', choose University of Cambridge, and log in with Raven 3) search 'Engaged Researcher' to find all of our courses currently open for booking. |
| Wed 16 |
Engaged Researcher has moved to Inkpath To book your place: https://webapp.inkpath.co.uk/#/redirect/eyJuYW1lIjoiQ291cnNlRGV0YWlsUGFnZSIsInBhcmFtcyI6eyJpZCI6MTE4fX0= To find all the Engaged Researcher open for booking: 1) head over to Inkpath (https://webapp.inkpath.co.uk/) 2) select 'single sign-on', choose University of Cambridge, and log in with Raven 3) search 'Engaged Researcher' to find all of our courses currently open for booking. |
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Engaged Researcher has moved to Inkpath To book your place: https://webapp.inkpath.co.uk/#/redirect/eyJuYW1lIjoiQ291cnNlRGV0YWlsUGFnZSIsInBhcmFtcyI6eyJpZCI6MTE4fX0= To find all the Engaged Researcher open for booking: 1) head over to Inkpath (https://webapp.inkpath.co.uk/) 2) select 'single sign-on', choose University of Cambridge, and log in with Raven 3) search 'Engaged Researcher' to find all of our courses currently open for booking. |
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Engaged Researcher has moved to Inkpath In order to book your place: To find all the Engaged Researcher trainings open for booking 1) head over to Inkpath (https://webapp.inkpath.co.uk/) 2) select 'single sign-on', choose University of Cambridge, and log in with Raven 3) search 'Engaged Researcher' to find all of our courses currently open for booking. |