Training in Healthier Lives

We provide training and research opportunities for our researchers working in Healthier Lives. With this support, we aim to develop and enhance their careers.

Personal development review

We operate an annual personal development review process. This includes one-to-one discussions about each individual's ambitions and training needs. We also offer individualised advice and support in developing an independent research career.

We offer lots of training for contract research staff not only in skills specific to your research project but also to enable you to achieve your long-terms career goals.

Writing grant applications

Our Research Funding Development Managers organise workshops on writing grant applications.

Visit the University's internal site for further details.

Senior colleagues also provide support and mentorship. They will help you:

• develop ideas for grant applications
• make connections with potential collaborators

Fellowship applications

Please get in touch if you are:

• thinking about applying for a research fellowship from an external funding organisation
• thinking about applying for a research fellowship major research charity
• interested in a Newcastle University Academic Career Track Award

We will be happy to discuss how we can support your application. This may include:

• initial discussions around research ideas
• reading and commenting on draft fellowship proposals
• setting up mock interviews