Support for Early Career Researchers
Early Career Researchers are an integral part of the dementia research community, both in Scotland and across the world. The SDRC are committed to supporting and strengthening the breadth and depth of all research. And a key element of this to give support for Early Career Researchers.
For this reason, we have created a range of services specifically to support Early Career Researchers. This includes programmes which are an opportunity to learn more about different disciplines of dementia research. We also have resources for more general career advice. Please see below what resources are currently available, along with what we plan to roll out in the near future. We will be adding more resources as we can arrange them. So make sure you are an SDRC member to be the first to know when these launch. Also, follow us on Twitter to get the latest updates.
Mentorship Programme
The SDRC Executive have established a mentorship programme, which is available to all of our members who are Early Career Researchers.
We have already had one round of very successful Mentoring partnerships in 2020. The programme is currently paused, but we will launch another round soon.
However, you can register your interest for now
Webinars
The SDRC launched a webinar series for ECRs in 2020.
These included a diverse range of talks on a variety of topics. From research insights to practical support for your own research career, you are sure to learn something new!
We intend to restart the webinar series in 2022, featuring talks to support the professional and personal development of early career researchers.
Keep checking our events page to sign up for future events. Also, visit the Webinar page to watch back previous events.
Recruitment Support
We know how difficult that recruiting for studies can be.
We encourage all researchers in dementia and brain health to register their study on Join Dementia Research. But we can also promote your recruitment on social media and on our dedicated page on the website.
Funding and Career Opportunities
We keep on the look out for studentships, fellowships and any other opportunities that may help you take the next steps in your research career.
This section is also where we will post any future funding opportunities that we are aware of, or create ourselves, so stay tuned
Read the latest Early Career Researcher Activity
How do I join the SDRC?
Resources to support Early Career Researchers are open only to SDRC Members. If you are not already a member, you can sign up for free today
