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PDR Season is Upon Us!

PDR Season is Upon Us!

Posted on 5 March 2026 by Liam Morgan

Performance Development Reviews are not generally something people get excited about, but done correctly, and with a little bit of effort beforehand, your PDR can set you up for a successful and productive year ahead!

From Ignite to PlaceNET: Creating Spaces for Collaboration

From Ignite to PlaceNET: Creating Spaces for Collaboration

Posted on 20 February 2026 by Liam Morgan

  Written By Dr Veronica Albarran Carrillo Building Connections Across the Built Environment I joined Cardiff University in February 2024 as a Research Associate on Transforming Homes, an AHRC-funded project […]

Navigating Research Careers with the Vitae Researcher Development Framework 2025

Navigating Research Careers with the Vitae Researcher Development Framework 2025

Posted on 9 December 2025 by Liam Morgan

In an era where research is increasingly interdisciplinary, collaborative, and impact-driven, the professional development of researchers has never been more critical. Enter the Vitae Researcher Development Framework (RDF) 2025, a […]

Is your career ready to Prosper?

Is your career ready to Prosper?

Posted on 15 November 2025 by Liam Morgan

Prosper is a new approach to postdoc career development that unlocks postdocs' potential to thrive in multiple career pathways.

Continuing Professional Development and the ‘10 Days’ Commitment

Continuing Professional Development and the ‘10 Days’ Commitment

Posted on 23 September 2025 by Liam Morgan

10 days’ professional development may sound like a lot but it’s easier than you think, especially once you look beyond the classroom!

Mind the Gap! – Assessing and Addressing your Development Needs

Mind the Gap! – Assessing and Addressing your Development Needs

Posted on 23 July 2025 by Liam Morgan

When it comes to planning for a successful academic career, the usefulness of understanding what you don’t know, or what you can’t yet do, should never be underestimated!

Managing your Research Career

Managing your Research Career

Posted on 27 June 2025 by Liam Morgan

It’s easy to lose sight of managing our career, especially when that career already keeps us so busy! It can be difficult, if not impossible, to find the time we […]

The Welsh Crucible Programme

The Welsh Crucible Programme

Posted on 14 April 2025 by Rhiannon Robinson

What is it? Welsh Crucible is a programme of personal, professional and leadership development for the future researchers of Wales. It offers a unique opportunity for researchers to take a […]

Mentoring at Cardiff University

Mentoring at Cardiff University

Posted on 15 October 2024 by Liam Morgan

Mentoring can support you with many aspects of your research career, such as writing grant applications, developing leadership, getting started in teaching, or exploring public engagement. Read on to find out more!

Leadership is for everyone

Leadership is for everyone

Posted on 27 June 2024 by Rhiannon Robinson

Leadership training continues to be high up on the list of priorities for our research community. Read this blog to find out about the different types of leadership training available for our staff and guidance around suitability.