What makes networks resilient - from brains to batteries? Funded by the White Rose Crucible Seed Fund, join our interdisciplinary workshop at @york.ac.uk this September. Hear from expert speakers in neuroscience, engineering & geography. Find out more here: whiterose.ac.uk/news/attend-...

Shifting research fields or moving countries can feel like a career reset. In this case study, an academic shares candid lessons on navigating the anxiety of publication gaps, embracing quieter periods, and choosing collaborators based on trust. whiterose.ac.uk/erh/building... #AcademicSky

Relocating a research team is never a simple process. In this case study, a Fellow shares raw lessons on managing last-minute visa hurdles, shifting team dynamics during a major move, and learning when to prioritise supporting others. Read it here: whiterose.ac.uk/erh/leading-... #AcademicSky

Academia isn't a straight line. In this case study, a long-term researcher shares hard-won lessons on navigating a non-linear path, building interdisciplinary value and remembering that institutional recognition does not equal your true worth. whiterose.ac.uk/erh/redefini... #AcademicSky

Our July newsletter is live! Read it to: 🧠Protect your research time with free admin-busting tools 💼Navigate systemic barriers in our new Global Majority postdoc cohort 📈Map your future at Yorkshire's only PhD Careers Fair View it here: whiterose.ac.uk/news-and-eve...

Travel costs for the fair will be reimbursed to delegates from the University of Sheffield and the University of York. 👉 Register here: whiterose.ac.uk/event/phd-ca... #PhDCareers #DoctoralResearchers #LifeAfterPhD #AcademiaToIndustry #YorkshireBusiness

Join our new pilot for Global Majority Postdocs. Gain hidden strategic tools to navigate systemic barriers, protect your wellbeing, and build a thriving career. Spaces are limited - apply now: whiterose.ac.uk/news/applica... #Postdocs #AcademicSky

Spending your academic career doing everything except your research? Admin, meetings, and teaching shouldn't crowd out deep thinking. This guide helps you better protect your time. Discover how to reclaim your writing time: whiterose.ac.uk/erh/protecti... #AcademicSky #ResearchManagement

Academic careers are rarely a straight line. In this case study, a senior academic shares raw lessons on beating the ‘competence trap’ of endless admin, overcoming writing blocks, and prioritising life over a CV. Read the career story here: whiterose.ac.uk/erh/from-mag... #AcademicSky

This week, an incredible group of researchers from across Leeds, Sheffield, and York have been stepping away from their usual routines to focus on their growth and their research with @horizonsinstitute.bsky.social.

The Established Researchers Hub is built to tackle your pain points. 👤 Find your researcher persona 🎯 Filter by your current pressures 🛠️ Navigate team friction, burnout, and career transitions. Tools from 5 mins to deep dives: whiterose.ac.uk/what-we-do/r... #AcademicLeadership #AcademicSky

The only careers fair in Yorkshire dedicated entirely to PhDs is back. 🎓 The White Rose PhD Careers Fair connects doctoral researchers with regional employers who want your specific expertise. 🚌 York & Sheffield travel costs reimbursed! Register here: whiterose.ac.uk/event/phd-ca...

Standard university frameworks overlook the systemic barriers that global majority ECRs face. Our latest case study offers an honest insight into an academic navigating these hurdles, as part of a project to demystify career progression. 🔗 whiterose.ac.uk/project/demy... #AcademicSky #HigherEd

Calling PhD researchers! This event is open to all researchers and free to attend. Find out more about the companies you'll meet and register here: whiterose.ac.uk/event/phd-ca... #PhDRecruitment #DoctoralTalent #CareerPathways #PhDCareers #AcademicSky

Read reflections from Prof Hugo Dobson on balancing a major career leap with becoming a dad. Navigating senior leadership, research, and fatherhood taught him that leadership doesn't have to be lonely if you're willing to ask for help. #AcademicSky whiterose.ac.uk/erh/becoming...

The Research Adventure Podcast normalises the messy middle of external university work. Use it as ‘on-demand mentoring’ with short, real stories on what works when collaborating beyond academia. whiterose.ac.uk/erh/learn-fr... #ResearchImpact #KnowledgeExchange #AcademicChatter

Free strengths-based leadership training for Postdocs! 📢📢 Travel expenses of up to £30 per person for delegates from the Universities of York and Sheffield can be reimbursed. Register here: whiterose.ac.uk/event/unpack... #Postdoc #PostdocTraining

📢 Managing many research projects at once? Instead of a rigid plan, use a Work Breakdown Structure as a thinking tool to map timelines, outputs, and dependencies in one place. Free worksheet & Gantt chart: whiterose.ac.uk/erh/planning... #AcademicSky #ResearchManagement

The secret to high-performing research teams is clear expectations from Day 1. This toolkit features guides from @ox.ac.uk @york.ac.uk @turingway.bsky.social to help you build a great research group. Dive in: whiterose.ac.uk/erh/create-a... #AcademicChatter #LabManagement #ResearchCulture

Do cross-institutional funding, training, and collaboration opportunities get lost in your inbox? Get curated development programmes, new resources, and case studies across Leeds, Sheffield, and York sent straight to you. 👉 Join your peers: whiterose.ac.uk/news-and-eve... #HigherEd #AcademicSky

Did you know you can filter free resources by topics on the Established Researchers Hub? No generic advice. Just an evidence-based library you can instantly filter by your exact challenge. 🔗 whiterose.ac.uk/what-we-do/r... #ResearchLeadership #AcademicChatter #HigherEd

Calling all PhD researchers! 📣 Join us for a collaborative regional event connecting employers and doctoral researchers from across the Universities of Leeds, Sheffield and York. Travel expenses of up to £30 per person can be reimbursed. Sign up here: whiterose.ac.uk/event/phd-ca... #PhDCareers

Free strengths-based leadership training for Postdocs! 📢📢 Travel expenses of up to £30 per person for delegates from the Universities of York and Sheffield can be reimbursed. Find out more and register here: whiterose.ac.uk/event/unpack... #Postdoc #PostdocTraining

Underrepresentation creates unique, systemic barriers that standard university frameworks often overlook. The project will be hosting confidential, 60-minute online focus groups to understand how to prepare and support researchers for a successful academic career. york.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...

Led by The ECR Collective, this workshop is designed to help you regain control of your work-life balance. You'll leave with a tangible, personalised wellbeing blueprint to support your career in the long term. Sign up here - docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...)

These leaders gained: ✅ Tools to navigate and dismantle systemic barriers ✅ Peer-to-peer advice in tackling shared leadership challenges ✅ A greater understanding of equitable leadership by leveraging diverse perspectives and cross-institutional networks Read more: whiterose.ac.uk/what-we-do/c...

We brought two cohorts together to collaborate, creating a powerful sense of community even during a demanding period for the sector. Through shared problem-solving, this Equity in Leadership event helped to forge stronger connections across the Universities.

How does your personal story shape the way you lead? As the Higher Education sector navigates a complex landscape, finding strength in shared experiences has never been more important.

The Ferris Wheel Metaphor helps to visualise your true capacity. 🎡 Protecting your capacity ensures: ✅ Quality work for collaborators ✅ Healthy boundaries for your team ✅ Honesty over hope when managing expectations Learn more: whiterose.ac.uk/erh/be-mindf... #ResearchLife #AcademicSky

As a researcher, are you overwhelmed by opportunities? Sometimes the challenge isn’t a lack of meaningful work, it’s managing too many yes-worthy requests within a limited amount of time and energy.