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Organisational Development and Professional Learning (OD&PL) at the University of Leeds (@universityofleeds.bsky.social) OD&PL website: peopledevelopment.leeds.ac.uk

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White Rose University Consortium @whiteroseuc.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Connect with PRISM peers across Leeds, Sheffield & York! ☕ Maximum connection with minimal time. Share practical workarounds & build your network on your schedule with 1 short coffee chat/month. whiterose.ac.uk/news/join-pr... #ResearchManagement #HigherEd #AcademicSky #PeerNetworking
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White Rose University Consortium @whiteroseuc.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Applications are now open for this year's Equity in Leadership programme! A pioneering, free initiative aimed at fostering diversity in higher education. Apply here: whiterose.ac.uk/event/white-... #EquityInLeadership #HigherEd #LeadershipDevelopment #DiversityInLeadership #HigherEducation
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Researcher Development @ Leeds @researcherdevleeds.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
🧭 Our QUEST PGR development programme is back! Develop your research skills, build confidence and prepare for what's next. Upcoming sessions include: 📅 24 Sept: Your Viva 📅 8 Oct: Presentation Skills 📅 14 Oct: Starting your PhD with Confidence 🔗 researchersupport.leeds.ac.uk/postgraduate...
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OD&PL at the University of Leeds @unileedsodpl.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
🏆 Congratulations to the winners of the 2026 University of Leeds Teaching Awards, recognised for their outstanding contributions to student education. 🌟 Visit the awards webpage: studenteddev.leeds.ac.uk/professional... 🌟 Read more on the UoL Staff Intranet: leeds365.sharepoint.com/sites/Uol-Ne...
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Researcher Development @ Leeds @researcherdevleeds.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
New episode of the #ResearchCultureUncovered podcast available! 🎉Dr Jim Baxter reflects on 36 years at the University of Leeds @universityofleeds.bsky.social, the evolution of researcher & academic development & why supporting researchers as people matters. @unileedsodpl.bsky.social
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(Episode 166) Reflections on a Career at the Heart of Researcher and Academic Development with Jim Baxter
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OD&PL at the University of Leeds @unileedsodpl.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
🌸 Our June OD&PL roundup is now live! 🌸 🔎 Discover opportunities to develop new skills, support personal and professional development and build confidence. ▶️ Sign into your UoL account and read the latest roundup on the #UniversityofLeeds Staff Intranet: leeds365.sharepoint.com/sites/UoL-pe...
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OD&PL at the University of Leeds @unileedsodpl.bsky.social · 18/05/2026
Join our colleagues at the Lifelong Learning Centre for 'Explore Your Potential' on 21 May, 6-7.30pm, where you'll learn about: 📍 Part-time Business Management & Leadership degree 📍 Creating a winning CV 📍 Getting impartial advice on your next steps in education ▶️ forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...
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OD&PL at the University of Leeds @unileedsodpl.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
🌞 Our April OD&PL roundup is now live! 🌞 💡 Explore opportunities to develop new skills, support personal and professional development and build confidence. ▶️ Sign into your UoL account and read the latest roundup on the #UniversityofLeeds Staff Intranet: leeds365.sharepoint.com/sites/UoL-pe...
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OD&PL at the University of Leeds @unileedsodpl.bsky.social · 14/04/2026
⏰ Applications for the next Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Practice (PGCAP) programme are open until Friday 29 May. 💡 Sign up now for our online briefing event on 23 April to learn more about the PGCAP & how it can support you and your teaching practice: studenteddev.leeds.ac.uk/pgcap/
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OD&PL at the University of Leeds @unileedsodpl.bsky.social · 30/03/2026
🌼 Our April OD&PL roundup is now live! 💡 Check out what's coming up and explore a variety of ways you can develop your skills, confidence and career. ▶️ Sign into your UoL account and read the latest roundup on the #UniversityofLeeds Staff Intranet: leeds365.sharepoint.com/sites/UoL-pe...
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Researcher Development @ Leeds @researcherdevleeds.bsky.social · 12/03/2026
The Researcher Development & Research Culture Team is proud to partner with WUN for the 2026 ECR Webinar Series! 🎯 First up: Measuring and Evaluating Research Impact With Dr Ged Hall @hallged.bsky.social 📅 13 April | 🕔 2pm | 💻 Zoom 🔗 Register now: wun.ac.uk/article/even... #ResearchImpact #WUN
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WUN ECR Webinar - Measuring and Evaluating Research Impact - WUN
Register for the upcoming webinar in WUN’s Early Career Researcher series. Who can join: All early career researchers from WUN , ARUA, and AUN members universities are welcome to attend. As continue r...
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OD&PL at the University of Leeds @unileedsodpl.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
Are you thinking about your next steps? Never had the chance to get a degree? Join our colleagues in the Lifelong Learning Centre for a free adult Learner Drop-in Session on 31 March. Learn about studying as a mature student at the University and support available: forms.office.com/pages/respon...
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OD&PL at the University of Leeds @unileedsodpl.bsky.social · 03/03/2026
🌸 Our March OD&PL roundup is now live! 📢 Check out what's coming up and explore a variety of ways you can develop your skills, confidence and career. ▶️ Read the roundup on the #UniversityofLeeds Staff Intranet: leeds365.sharepoint.com/sites/UoL-pe... (requires your UoL sign-in)
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OD&PL at the University of Leeds @unileedsodpl.bsky.social · 06/02/2026
📢 Our February OD&PL roundup is now live! Check out what's coming up and explore a variety of ways you can develop your skills, confidence and career. Read the roundup on the #UniversityofLeeds Staff Intranet. ▶️ leeds365.sharepoint.com/sites/UoL-pe... (requires UoL login)
OD&PL Development Roundup February 2026. Now live - explore what's new!
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Researcher Development @ Leeds @researcherdevleeds.bsky.social · 04/02/2026
🚨 Last call! Join our next Building Impact Momentum programme to develop concrete ideas for research impact which can be applied to research projects or in grant applications. ⏰ Deadline: 9 February 🗓️ Runs: March – June 2026 ➡️ Find out more: researchersupport.leeds.ac.uk/research-imp...
Building Impact Momentum: March to June 2026.
Register your interest. Open to research, academic and impact professional staff. 24 spaces on the programme, which consists of 6 sessions. Deadline 9 February 2026.
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OD&PL at the University of Leeds @unileedsodpl.bsky.social · 21/01/2026
⭐️ Applications are now open for the University of Leeds Teaching Awards 2026 – Your chance to celebrate teaching excellence ⭐️ Sign up for an online briefing event for #UniLeedsStaff on 4 February and for further information about this year's awards, visit: ▶️ studenteddev.leeds.ac.uk/professional...
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Researcher Development @ Leeds @researcherdevleeds.bsky.social · 20/01/2026
📢 Join us for our next Building Impact Momentum programme, helping you to develop concrete ideas for research impact which can be applied to research projects or in grant applications. ⏰ Deadline: 9 February 🗓️ Runs: March – June 2026 ➡️ Find out more: researchersupport.leeds.ac.uk/research-imp...
Building Impact Momentum: March to June 2026.
Register your interest. Open to research, academic and impact professional staff. 24 spaces on the programme, which consists of 6 sessions. Deadline 9 February 2026.
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Researcher Development @ Leeds @researcherdevleeds.bsky.social · 12/01/2026
📢 Register your interest in our Building Impact Momentum programme, helping you to develop concrete ideas for impact which can be applied to research projects or in grant applications. ⏰ Deadline: 9 February 🗓️ Runs: March – June ➡️ Find out more: researchersupport.leeds.ac.uk/research-imp...
Building Impact Momentum: March to June 2026.
Register your interest. Open to research, academic and impact professional staff. 24 spaces on the programme, which consists of 6 sessions. Deadline 9 February 2026.
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OD&PL at the University of Leeds @unileedsodpl.bsky.social · 08/01/2026
New to Leeds? 👋 Join our welcome events for new staff this month: • Online welcome event – 23 Jan • Digital orientation – 26 Jan • Campus tour – 27 Jan Meet fellow new starters, learn about Leeds & get oriented on campus & digital systems. 👉 Read our latest article for details: bit.ly/4pvQ2oK
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OD&PL at the University of Leeds @unileedsodpl.bsky.social · 06/01/2026
👋 Happy new year! Our January OD&PL roundup is now live. 💡Find out what's coming up and explore a variety of ways you can develop your skills, confidence and career in 2026. ▶️ Read the roundup on the #UniversityofLeeds Staff Intranet: leeds365.sharepoint.com/sites/UoL-pe... (requires UoL login)
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OD&PL at the University of Leeds @unileedsodpl.bsky.social · 01/12/2025
📢 Our December OD&PL roundup is now live! 🎄 Find out what's coming up and explore a variety of ways you can develop your skills, confidence and career. ❄️ Read the roundup on the #UniversityofLeeds Staff Intranet. ▶️ leeds365.sharepoint.com/sites/UoL-pe... (requires UoL login)
OD&PL Development Roundup December 2025. Now live - explore what's new.
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OD&PL at the University of Leeds @unileedsodpl.bsky.social · 25/11/2025
🤩 PGCAP deadline extended! 🤩 ⏰Apply for the Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Practice (PGCAP) by 12noon on 1 December 🗓️ 👋Join the Feb 2026 cohort to explore teaching practice, connect with peers, complete a research project & work toward FHEA 🚀 ▶️Visit the webpage to apply: bit.ly/UoLPGCAP
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Researcher Development @ Leeds @researcherdevleeds.bsky.social · 12/11/2025
🌐 UOL colleagues: Register for the #WUN #EarlyCareerResearchers Webinar Series! 📙 Research Culture: What is it and why does it matter? With @marjorieboissinot.bsky.social‬. 🗓️ 4 December 2025 |⏰2:00-4:00pm | 🌏 Zoom ⬇️ Register now! wun.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
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Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: WUN Early Career Researcher Webinar Series - Research Culture: What is it and why does it matter?. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email ...
This session is designed to help you understand how research culture has an impact and what you can do to positively influence the culture around you. You will also explore how diverse cultures influe...
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OD&PL at the University of Leeds @unileedsodpl.bsky.social · 04/11/2025
📢 Our November OD&PL roundup is now live! Find out what's coming up and explore a variety of ways you can develop your skills, confidence and career. Read the roundup on the #UniversityofLeeds Staff Intranet. ▶️ bit.ly/3JkOSh4 (requires UoL login)
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Researcher Development @ Leeds @researcherdevleeds.bsky.social · 04/11/2025
📢 Final call! Register your interest in our Building Impact Momentum programme and develop concrete ideas for impact which can be applied to research projects or in grant applications. ⏰ Deadline: 9 November 2025 🗓️ Runs December 2025 to March 2026 ➡️ Find out more: bit.ly/4ogFcn0
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OD&PL at the University of Leeds @unileedsodpl.bsky.social · 29/10/2025
🎙️ New episodes | Developing People podcast Hear from programme leads and alumni about how the PGCAP programme transforms teaching and empowers educators. 🎧 Listen here: uoldevelopingpeople.podbean.com 🌐 Learn more about the PGCAP (Apply by 17 November): studenteddev.leeds.ac.uk/pgcap/
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Researcher Development @ Leeds @researcherdevleeds.bsky.social · 27/10/2025
📢 Register your interest in our Building Impact Momentum programme, helping you to develop concrete ideas for impact which can be applied to research projects or in grant applications. ⏰ Deadline: 9 November 2025 🗓️ Runs December 2025 to March 2026 ➡️ Find out more: bit.ly/4ogFcn0
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Researcher Development @ Leeds @researcherdevleeds.bsky.social · 20/10/2025
📢 Register your interest in our Building Impact Momentum programme, helping you to develop concrete ideas for impact which can be applied to research projects or in grant applications. ⏰ Deadline: 2 November 2025 🗓️ Runs December 2025 to March 2026 ➡️ Find out more: bit.ly/4apHwC4
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Researcher Development @ Leeds @researcherdevleeds.bsky.social · 16/10/2025
🌐UOL colleagues: Register for the #WUN #EarlyCareerResearchers Webinar Series! 📙Webinar 5 ‘Handling Rejection in Academia’ with @heleddhaf.bsky.social. 🗓️11 November 2025 |⏰9:00-11:00am |🌏Zoom ⬇️Register now! buff.ly/qicbC2Y @wunetwork.bsky.social @unileedsodpl.bsky.social @unileedsglobal.bsky.social
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Researcher Development @ Leeds @researcherdevleeds.bsky.social · 09/10/2025
🔩 Are you a member of research staff or academic staff at the University of Leeds? Join the ‘Navigating your role and responsibilities as a Principal Investigator’ (PI) workshop to reflect on the real-world issues of a PI. ✅ Register now uolr3.leeds.ac.uk/temcatsearch... @unileedsodpl.bsky.social
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Researcher Development @ Leeds @researcherdevleeds.bsky.social · 08/10/2025
🛣️Are you a #ResearchProfessional at the University of Leeds? Join the Research Professionals’ Career Conversations programme with @ruthwinden.bsky.social & @hallged.bsky.social to explore career options & create a plan. Apply by 31 October 2025. More info👉 buff.ly/nBkCPgv @unileedsodpl.bsky.social
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Research Professionals' Career Conversations - OD&PL Researcher Development and Research Culture
The next programme runs from December 2025 to January 2026, with an optional follow-up session in April. The deadline to apply is 5pm on 31 October.
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Researcher Development @ Leeds @researcherdevleeds.bsky.social · 06/10/2025
Register your interest in our Building Impact Momentum programme (December-March) to help develop concrete ideas for impact which can be applied to research projects or in grant applications. ⏰ Deadline: 2 November 2025 ➡️ Find out more: bit.ly/4apHwC4
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OD&PL at the University of Leeds @unileedsodpl.bsky.social · 02/10/2025
📢 Developing your Teaching – October workshops available to book! 📅 8 October – The Flipped Classroom in Practice: Pitfalls and Possibilities 📅 22 October – Introduction to Co-Creation for Enhancing Teaching and Learning 👉 Find out more and sign up: studenteddev.leeds.ac.uk/developing-p...
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OD&PL at the University of Leeds @unileedsodpl.bsky.social · 02/10/2025
📢 Our October OD&PL roundup is now live! Find out what's coming up and explore a variety of ways you can develop your skills, confidence and career. Read the roundup on the #UniversityofLeeds Staff Intranet. ▶️ bit.ly/46PnNtQ (requires UoL login)
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OD&PL at the University of Leeds @unileedsodpl.bsky.social · 03/09/2025
📢 Our September OD&PL roundup is now live! Find out what's coming up and explore a variety of ways you can develop your skills, confidence and career. Read the roundup on the #UniversityofLeeds Staff Intranet. ▶️ bit.ly/3UXDxpf
OD&PL Development Roundup September 2025. Now live, explore what's new!
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Researcher Development @ Leeds @researcherdevleeds.bsky.social · 01/09/2025
UOL colleagues: Register for the #WUN #EarlyCareerResearchers Webinar Series! Webinar 3: ‘Get Seen: How to create a compelling LinkedIn profile and raise your visibility’ with @ruthwinden.bsky.social. 11 September 2025 |20:00-22:00 | Zoom Register now! wun.ac.uk/article/even...
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WUN ECR Webinar Series 2025 - WUN
Register for the upcoming webinars in WUN’s Early Career Researchers series, facilitated by the Researcher Development and Research Culture team at the University of Leeds. Who can join: All early car...
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OD&PL at the University of Leeds @unileedsodpl.bsky.social · 04/08/2025
📢 Explore what’s coming up this August across OD&PL! Our August development roundup is now live – bringing together a variety of ways you can develop your skills, confidence and career. Read the roundup on the #UniversityofLeeds Staff Intranet. ▶️ bit.ly/4fqR5Dg
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Researcher Development @ Leeds @researcherdevleeds.bsky.social · 25/07/2025
👋Join us for the final Research Culture Café of 2024/25!☕ 📆6 August, 11am-2noon (online) 🚀Explore inspiring Leeds initiatives 🤝Connect with colleagues 💡Discover how to build a positive, inclusive research culture ▶️ Sign up now: bit.ly/3QCF16c
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OD&PL at the University of Leeds @unileedsodpl.bsky.social · 24/07/2025
🏆 Congratulations to the winners of the 2025 University of Leeds Teaching Awards, recognising the outstanding contributions of colleagues in delivering high-quality teaching and learning. 👏 Read about our winners and their inspiring work: 🔗 Staff Intranet bit.ly/4kYiNbs 🔗 OD&PL site bit.ly/4m9vkd0
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OD&PL at the University of Leeds @unileedsodpl.bsky.social · 11/07/2025
⏰ Deadline's coming - apply for the Aurora leadership programme by 18 July! 👩‍💻 Open to women (including trans & non-binary colleagues) in grades 6-8, Aurora helps you explore leadership, visibility & personal values - while growing your confidence, skills & networks. 👉 Apply now! bit.ly/uol-aurora
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OD&PL at the University of Leeds @unileedsodpl.bsky.social · 02/07/2025
📢 Explore what’s coming up this July across OD&PL! Our July development roundup is now live – bringing together a variety of ways you can develop your skills, confidence and career. Read the roundup on the #UniversityofLeeds Staff Intranet. ▶️ bit.ly/46ljxUj
OD&PL Development Roundup July 2025. Now live - Explore what's new!
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OD&PL at the University of Leeds @unileedsodpl.bsky.social · 27/06/2025
👋Designing or delivering student inductions? Sign up for our new ‘Engaging Student Inductions’ workshop to explore creative, effective ways to help students retain key info during this busy time in their lives. 🗓️ 22 July, 10-11am (online) ▶️ Find out more and sign up: bit.ly/developyourteaching
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Researcher Development @ Leeds @researcherdevleeds.bsky.social · 25/06/2025
🤔 Early career researcher considering a new path? Career Architect from OD&PL is a supportive programme to help you explore careers beyond academia. 📈You don’t need a set plan to take part, just curiosity & desire to take the next step! 🗓️ Apply by 5pm, 1 July ▶️ Learn more & apply: bit.ly/3F6uQ7C
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Researcher Development @ Leeds @researcherdevleeds.bsky.social · 18/06/2025
🌐 UOL colleagues: Register for the #WUN #EarlyCareerResearchers Webinar Series! 📙 Webinar 2: What is Your Research Vision? With Dr Jim Baxter 🗓️ 9 July 2025 |⏰3–5pm | 🌏 Zoom ⬇️ Register now! wun.ac.uk/article/even... @wunetwork.bsky.social @unileedsodpl.bsky.social #ResearcherDevelopment
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WUN ECR Webinar Series 2025 - WUN
Register for the upcoming webinars in WUN’s Early Career Researchers series, facilitated by the Researcher Development and Research Culture team at the University of Leeds. Who can join: All early car...
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OD&PL at the University of Leeds @unileedsodpl.bsky.social · 20/06/2025
⏰Apply for the Aurora leadership programme by 18 July! 👩‍💻Open to women (inc. non-binary & trans colleagues) in grades 6-8, Aurora helps you explore leadership, visibility & your personal values - while building confidence, skills & networks in HE. 👉 Find out more & apply now: bit.ly/uol-aurora
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Researcher Development @ Leeds @researcherdevleeds.bsky.social · 19/06/2025
🚀Apply for the Fellowship Accelerator by 7 July! This OD&PL programme supports Postdocs to develop a fellowship proposal, covering project, person and place. 💡No draft needed - just an idea. Learn how to turn it into a compelling application! 👉 Watch the info session and apply: bit.ly/3P6XhnQ
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Researcher Development @ Leeds @researcherdevleeds.bsky.social · 17/06/2025
🚨Calling all Research Professionals at the University of Leeds. The White Rose University Consortium @whiteroseuc.bsky.social is hosting a free Research Professionals Careers Day on 14 July 2025. ⬇️Find out more and book your place.
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OD&PL at the University of Leeds @unileedsodpl.bsky.social · 13/06/2025
Sign up for 'Diversifying and Enriching Your Reading List' - a workshop introducing a new toolkit to support teaching colleagues. 📅 2 July, 2-3.30pm (on campus) 📚 Practical tools, reflection & feedback opportunity 🤝 Co-delivered by OD&PL & the Library 👉 Find out more: bit.ly/developyourteaching
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OD&PL at the University of Leeds @unileedsodpl.bsky.social · 09/06/2025
📢 TIPS Community: Festival of Learning and Teaching 🗓 23–26 June 2025 There's still time to sign up! Join us for 4 days of creativity, collaboration & innovation in teaching. Explore global learning, sustainability, experiential teaching, digital innovation & more. 👉 bit.ly/TIPSFeLT25
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Researcher Development @ Leeds @researcherdevleeds.bsky.social · 05/06/2025
☕The next Research Culture Café is taking place next week on Tuesday 10 June. It's a dedicated session for postgraduate researchers (PGRs) at Leeds. 👋We'd love you to join us at 10-11am on campus for peer-to-peer discussion and insight-sharing! ️▶️Book your place: bit.ly/3QCF16c
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