http://www.rcn.org.uk/development/researchanddevelopment/newseventsCareer developmentThu, 1 Jan 1970 01:00:00 BSTwebteam@rcn.org.ukRCN Research and development10http://www.rcn.org.uk/images/rss/RCN_.gifhttp://www.rcn.org.uk/development/researchanddevelopment/newseventshttp://www.rcn.org.uk/development/researchanddevelopment/newsevents/career_development/studentships_at_the_university_of_brightonUp to 40 new PhD studentships valued at £55,650 each at the University of BrightonWed, 23 May 2012 07:59:37 +0100http://www.rcn.org.uk/development/researchanddevelopment/newsevents/career_development/research_professorships_at_the_university_of_greenwichResearch professorships at the University of Greenwich. Closing date for applications is 15 June 2012.Tue, 22 May 2012 08:52:25 +0100http://www.rcn.org.uk/development/researchanddevelopment/newsevents/career_development/promoting_exercise_in_children_with_diabetes_phd_studentship_at_nottingham_universityYou will be part of the Steps to Active Kids programmed investigating children's opinions on what effects it has on their confidence to exercise, physical and mental health outcomes and their diabetes control. Closing date to apply is 15 June 2012.Fri, 18 May 2012 15:04:06 +0100http://www.rcn.org.uk/development/researchanddevelopment/newsevents/career_development/doctoral_fellowship_in_hospice_and_palliative_care_in_irelandA 3-year doctoral fellowship will support and develop research capacity across the island of Ireland. You will need show an intention to pursue a long-term career in palliative or end-of-life care. The fellowship starts in January 2013 and apply by 29 June 2012.Fri, 18 May 2012 10:08:52 +0100http://www.rcn.org.uk/development/researchanddevelopment/newsevents/career_development/university_of_brighton_new_phd_studentships_for_20122013There are up to 40 Doctoral College three-year studentships valued at £55,650 each for 2012/2013 academic year. Each offers funding to pursue research across a range of topics in the arts and humanities, life and physical sciences and social sciences. Closing date to apply is 8 June 2012.Thu, 17 May 2012 15:52:04 +0100http://www.rcn.org.uk/development/researchanddevelopment/newsevents/career_development/clore_social_leadership_fellowships_2013This programme aims to identify, connect and develop aspiring leaders in the social sector; hugely important at a time when new ideas and courage are needed. You must work in, or closely with, the UK social sector as a member of staff or volunteer, involved in work of significant benefit to individuals and communities in the UK or overseas and committed to working in the sector in the long-term. Closing date to apply is 28 May 2012.Mon, 14 May 2012 16:16:44 +0100http://www.rcn.org.uk/development/researchanddevelopment/newsevents/career_development/join_nice_quality_standards_advisory_committees_as_chair_or_memberSenior nurses are encouraged to apply for either, or both, of these roles. You should have experience of working with, or chairing, multi-professional committees or working groups at a national or regional level. Closing date is 29 May 2012 at 17.00.Thu, 10 May 2012 09:38:27 +0100http://www.rcn.org.uk/development/researchanddevelopment/newsevents/career_development/two_post_doctoral_fellowships_in_long_term_care_at_london_st_georges_universityThese full or part-time salaried 2-year posts are for early stage researchers with a nursing background and a PhD in a health care related subject to start in October 2012. You will need to demonstrate an interest in pursuing a career in clinical academic research as well as an understanding of relevant methodological approaches and analytical methods. Closing date to apply is 8 June 2012.Wed, 09 May 2012 14:56:26 +0100http://www.rcn.org.uk/development/researchanddevelopment/newsevents/career_development/nominations_wanted_for_outstanding_nhs_leadersThe nine NHS Leadership Recognition Awards for 2012 aim to celebrate and recognise outstanding leaders at every level of the system and are open for peer nominations to everyone working for, or on behalf of, the NHS in England. Closing date for nominations is 31 May.Fri, 27 Apr 2012 15:45:42 +0100http://www.rcn.org.uk/development/researchanddevelopment/newsevents/career_development/phd_studentship_on_improving_care_and_support_for_people_living_with_multiple_sclerosisApply for a fee-paid place on Anglia Ruskin University’s Professional Doctorate in Health and Social Care to progress your idea for a research project based on your work in this field. The Multiple Sclerosis Society is funding successful applicants' fees for this 4-year part-time research degree starting in September 2012. Closing date to apply is 7 May 2012.Wed, 11 Apr 2012 13:26:31 +0100http://www.rcn.org.uk/development/researchanddevelopment/newsevents/career_development/esrc_training_bursaries_2012_available_to_update_your_research_skillsFifty bursaries each worth up to £1,000 are available to enable staff in the UK social science community engaged in research, teaching research methods or supervising research to update their research skills. Contract researchers working in HEIs are also eligible for the bursaries.Wed, 04 Apr 2012 16:11:11 +0100http://www.rcn.org.uk/development/researchanddevelopment/newsevents/career_development/nihr_knowledge_mobilisation_fellowship_scheme_launched_in_march_2012These personal awards are open to individuals with significant NHS and/or academic experience who can show their potential to mobilise research derived knowledge within health care settings. In order to encourage partnership working between the NHS and Higher Education Institutions, applications must be supported by at least two organisations from these different sectors. Closing date for the first round of applications is 4 July 2012.Wed, 04 Apr 2012 11:21:43 +0100http://www.rcn.org.uk/development/researchanddevelopment/newsevents/career_development/2012_postgraduate_research_training_-_pgcert_and_pgdip_programmesIn March 2012, we wrote to every Higher Education Institution in the UK who run healthcare courses enquiring about their postgraduate research training opportunities. The following universities responded, outlining details of the Postgraduate Certificate (PgCert) and Postgraduate Diploma (PgDip) programmes.Tue, 27 Mar 2012 14:49:55 +0100http://www.rcn.org.uk/development/researchanddevelopment/newsevents/career_development/2012_postgraduate_research_training_-_masters_programmesIn March 2012, we wrote to every Higher Education Institution in the UK who run healthcare courses enquiring about their postgraduate research training opportunities. The following universities responded, outlining details of the Master of Arts (MA), Master of Science (MSc), and Master of Research (MRes) programmes.Tue, 27 Mar 2012 14:46:34 +0100http://www.rcn.org.uk/development/researchanddevelopment/newsevents/career_development/2012_postgraduate_research_training_-_professional_doctoratesIn March 2012, we wrote to every Higher Education Institution in the UK who run healthcare courses enquiring about their postgraduate research training opportunities. The following universities responded, outlining details of the Professional Doctorate programme.Tue, 27 Mar 2012 14:42:40 +0100http://www.rcn.org.uk/development/researchanddevelopment/newsevents/career_development/healing_foundation_student_elective_awards_2012These 14 awards worth £1,200 each are for health care students who wish to experience research. The relevant awards for nursing staff offered in partnership with HF's principal membership organisation are in burns or cleft/craniofacial surgery. Apply by 8 February for elective starting after April 2012 and by 29 October 2012 for elective starting after December 2012.Thu, 12 Jan 2012 15:49:46 +0000http://www.rcn.org.uk/development/researchanddevelopment/newsevents/career_development/nice_accreditation_programme_seeks_external_advisersThese roles produce an independent and reliable assessment of the Technical Analysts’ overview and the guidance producer’s original submission. Your experience should be in health or social care practice, teaching or research, or in the health care industry. The recruitment process is ongoing so there is no closing date to apply.Tue, 13 Dec 2011 11:01:12 +0000http://www.rcn.org.uk/development/researchanddevelopment/newsevents/career_development/career_opportunities_in_clinical_researchWhether you are looking to move into clinical research nursing, or looking for career development opportunities, knowing where to start is often the hardest part.Thu, 01 Dec 2011 08:13:27 +0000http://www.rcn.org.uk/development/researchanddevelopment/newsevents/career_development/esrc_bursaries_to_update_your_research_skillsEconomic and Social Research Council has 50 bursaries of up to £1,000 each to enable staff in the UK social science community engaged in research, teaching research methods or supervising research to update their skills. Apply from 9 am, 1 December 2011.Tue, 29 Nov 2011 09:46:17 +0000http://www.rcn.org.uk/development/researchanddevelopment/newsevents/career_development/answer_the_call_for_experts_and_advise_the_european_commission_on_health_issuesThe EC is inviting scientists to join their Advisory Structure of Scientific Committees and a Database of Experts to provide it with high quality and independent scientific advice. You will replace current members of the three Scientific Committees whose terms expire on 18 February 2012. Send in your expression of interest by 15 November 2011 for the posts on the Scientific Committees.Fri, 28 Oct 2011 14:32:03 +0100http://www.rcn.org.uk/development/researchanddevelopment/newsevents/career_development/investigating_the_place_and_role_of_phd_research_supervisorsResearch supervisors can play a crucial role in the effective imparting of relevant skills, knowledge and understanding. In reality, they often are not able, well equipped or even predisposed to play such a role. The Research Information Network recently issued results from a study they commissioned in the first half of 2011 on the role of research supervisors in information literacy setting out four broad recommendations.Tue, 25 Oct 2011 15:55:16 +0100http://www.rcn.org.uk/development/researchanddevelopment/newsevents/career_development/vacancies_for_peer_reviewers_for_the_nihr_health_technology_assessment_programmeThe HTA programme funds and monitors the production of independent health research information about the effectiveness, costs and broader impact of healthcare treatments and tests for those who plan, provide or receive care in the NHS. They are looking for peer reviewers from a wide range of disciplines to contribute to reviewing research proposals submitted to the programme.Wed, 19 Oct 2011 09:48:17 +0100http://www.rcn.org.uk/development/researchanddevelopment/newsevents/career_development/become_an_expert_advisor_for_nihr_hta_panelsYour role helps prioritise which of the many research suggestions HTA receives through its programme of commissioned research or researcher-led work stream. Essential to the programmes' success is choosing the priorities in a transparent and fair way, informed by the latest expertise, knowledge and experience. There are no closing dates; applications are considered when an existing member's tenure ends.Thu, 22 Sep 2011 17:49:05 +0100http://www.rcn.org.uk/development/researchanddevelopment/newsevents/career_development/ncrm_bursariesThe National Centre for Research Methods is offering training bursaries up to £1,000 to enable staff in the UK social science community, including nurses, who engage in research, teaching research methods or supervising research to update their skills. New applications for bursaries will be accepted from 1 August 2011.Thu, 16 Jun 2011 14:52:37 +0100