You're a Postdoc. What's next?
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You're a Postdoc. What's next?

Hear from postdocs who have put their research into practice through consultancy, public engagement/policy, industry and company creation!

By IE Cambridge

Date and time

Tuesday, May 7 · 9am - 4:30pm GMT+1

Location

West Hub

JJ Thomson Avenue Cambridge CB3 0US United Kingdom

Agenda

9:00 AM - 9:30 AM

Arrival & Networking

9:30 AM - 9:45 AM

Welcome & Introductions

9:45 AM - 10:15 AM

Impact through Commercialisation Overview

10:15 AM - 11:00 AM

First Steps in Translating Your Research into a Commercial Opportunity

11:00 AM - 11:15 AM

Coffee Break

11:15 AM - 12:00 PM

Hear from Postdocs: Licensing and Venture Creation

12:00 PM - 12:10 PM

IE Cambridge: Helping you to Leverage the Support Available

12:10 PM - 12:30 PM

Setting up a Company Fundamentals

12:30 PM - 1:15 PM

Lunch

1:15 PM - 1:50 PM

Impact through Public Engagement and Policy

1:50 PM - 2:30 PM

Taking your Research into Industry: Consulting and Collaborations

2:30 PM - 2:45 PM

Coffee Break

2:45 PM - 3:30 PM

Making the Leap into Industry

3:30 PM - 4:00 PM

Overcoming Roadblocks

4:00 PM - 4:30 PM

Close & Networking Drinks

About this event

  • 7 hours 30 minutes

Want to have an impact beyond publishing? Curious about career options outside of academia? Interested in a legit ‘side-hustle’ as you further your research?

Then this event is for you!

Come and explore the benefits and value of taking your research into real-world applications. Hear from former and current postdocs who have furthered their impact through consultancy, public engagement and policy, licensing IP, company creation or industry collaboration. Also hear practical advice from experts on how to boost employability, and develop your skills and networks. The aim is that you leave with a much deeper understanding of all the options available to you and are inspired to take that next step in your career.

Brought to you by IE Cambridge, Cambridge Enterprise, the Postdoc Academy and the Postdoc Association

Frequently asked questions

Can I attend if I'm not a postdoc?

Yes! This is targeted at postdocs, but you are very welcome if this would be of benefit to you.

Can I attend if I'm not at the University of Cambridge?

This is an event for UofC academics/research staff only

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