​Bringing together new(ish) academics at UCL to create an opportunity for sharing knowledge and social exchange.

​There will be talks from people that we think offer an interesting perspective and valuable advice on the first few years running a research group; a professional photographer to take headshots; some fun with paint and drinks at the Slade; and plenty of refreshments and breaks to keep us going throughout the day.

​Schedule

​12:00 – 12:05 | Intro 

​12:05 – 12:25 | How to build and communicate your academic identity  

​Led by the Communications Team (Giorgia Siriaco)  

​12:25 – 13:15 | Website hackathon with ARC 

​A starter for creating a professional academic group webpage 

​13:15 – 13:45 | Lunch 

​13:45 – 14:45 | Professors’ Perspectives: Balancing work & changing the system  

​A discussion on work–life balance and shaping a better academic future with Zoe Waller and Laura Pallett 

​14:45 – 15:00 | Coffee break 

​15:00 – 16:00 | Interactive Research Culture Workshop –  

​Led by the Research Culture team, part of RIGE (Research, Innovation and Global Engagement) 

​16:00 – 18:00 | Sip & Paint with Mary Yacoob  

​Arts based fun and professional headshots from James Tye!