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Fri 23 Mar 2018 – Tue 27 Mar 2018

Friday 23 March 2018

09:00	IS4 Research Data Management (RDM) for Graduate Students Finished 09:00 - 11:00 Todd-Hamied This compulsory session introduces Research Data Management (RDM) to Chemistry PhD students. It is highly interactive and utilises practical activities throughout. Key topics covered are: Research Data Management (RDM) - what it is and what problems can occur with managing and sharing your data. Data backup and file sharing - possible consequences of not backing up your data, strategies for backing up your data and sharing your data safely. Data organisation - how to organise your files and folders, what is best practice. Data sharing - obstacles to sharing your data, benefits and importance of sharing your data, the funder policy landscape, resources available in the University to help you share your data. Data management planning - creating a roadmap for how not to get lost in your data! Refreshments are included for this course
10:00	Strategic Priorities Workshop : Open Session Finished 10:00 - 12:30 Cambridge University Library, Milstein Room The sessions will be designed alongside managers and subject leaders to provide teams and groups with valuable opportunities to work together on developing ideas and strategic plans, which will contribute to the Strategy for Cambridge University Library and identify areas that could become part of a collaborative strategy for library services across Cambridge.
13:30	Effective Undergraduate Supervision (Life Sciences) Finished 13:30 - 16:30 CCTL, Fawcett Room Looking back at your experience of education you can probably remember those teachers and lecturers who were excellent. We remember the ones who were good because they have left a lasting impact on us; shaping both our learning in the past and our approach as teachers. Supervising undergraduate students at Cambridge can be one of the most rewarding activities for PhDs and Postdocs and this course is designed to make sure that you can offer your best and hopefully be one of those memorable teachers for someone else. This blended workshop incorporates personal reflection on teaching practice, discussion of real teaching scenarios, a chance to ask questions of an experienced supervisor and access to practical information about organising and carrying out your supervisions. This training is required by many colleges before you can carry out supervisions and is always a popular course.

Monday 26 March 2018

09:30	Postdocs: Effective Research Presentations (1-2-1) Finished 09:30 - 10:30 Postdoc Centre @ Biomedical Campus, Committee Room Do you achieve the desired results from your presentations? This interactive, individualised workshop, which centres on your delivery of a five-minute presentation, will help you communicate your research engagingly and effectively. In addition to reviewing useful patterns and styles of presentation, you will have the chance to observe yourself in action, as we will record and watch together your five-minute presentation. This workshop is for postdocs who want to achieve the greatest impact while presenting their work and to improve their public-speaking skills in a safe and supportive environment. Outcomes - Improve on designing and delivering a successful presentation - Consider how to understand and engage your audience - Observe yourself presenting and further develop your style
	Administrator Development Programme (6 of 6) Finished 09:30 - 19:00 University Centre, Hicks Room This development programme for generalist and specialist administrators draws on the expertise of senior figures in the University and provides up to date information on the various strands and issues of University strategy and governance. It includes development of some key skills and a project activity, and offers a valuable opportunity to network with administrators from the UAS and other departments and institutions. Selection for this programme is via nomination by School Secretaries, Heads of Division or Heads of Non-School Institutions during the summer. Nominees will need to demonstrate the benefit of participating, both for themselves and their institution. Please speak to your line manager and/or appropriate nominator if you would like to be considered. Please see further information about key themes and speakers on the programme flyer.
	Voice and Presentation (One-to-One) CANCELLED 09:30 - 10:30 CCTL, Fawcett Room Would you like to learn exercises that will reduce vocal strain, improve vocal range, variety, clarity and pronunciation to gain and hold the attention of an audience? Would you like to make a positive initial impact and keep control of difficult situations? In this individualised and confidential one-hour session you will determine the objectives and work on exercises to address your specific interests.
	An Introduction to Solving Biological Problems with R (1 of 2) Finished 09:30 - 17:30 Bioinformatics Training Room, Craik-Marshall Building R is a highly-regarded, free, software environment for statistical analysis, with many useful features that promote and facilitate reproducible research. In this course, we give an introduction to the R environment and explain how it can be used to import, manipulate and analyse tabular data. After the course you should feel confident to start exploring your own dataset using the materials and references provided. The course website providing links to the course materials is here. Please note that although we will demonstrate how to perform statistical analysis in R, we will not cover the theory of statistical analysis in this course. Those seeking an in-depth explanation of how to perform and interpret statistical tests are advised to see the list of Related courses. Moreover, those with some programming experience in other languages (e.g. Python, Perl) might wish to attend the follow-on Data Analysis and Visualisation in R course. This event is supported by the BBSRC Strategic Training Awards for Research Skills (STARS) grant (BB/P022766/1). Please note that if you are not eligible for a University of Cambridge Raven account you will need to book or register your interest by linking here.
10:30	Postdocs: Effective Research Presentations (1-2-1) Finished 10:30 - 11:30 Postdoc Centre @ Biomedical Campus, Committee Room Do you achieve the desired results from your presentations? This interactive, individualised workshop, which centres on your delivery of a five-minute presentation, will help you communicate your research engagingly and effectively. In addition to reviewing useful patterns and styles of presentation, you will have the chance to observe yourself in action, as we will record and watch together your five-minute presentation. This workshop is for postdocs who want to achieve the greatest impact while presenting their work and to improve their public-speaking skills in a safe and supportive environment. Outcomes - Improve on designing and delivering a successful presentation - Consider how to understand and engage your audience - Observe yourself presenting and further develop your style
10:35	Voice and Presentation (One-to-One) CANCELLED 10:35 - 11:35 CCTL, Fawcett Room Would you like to learn exercises that will reduce vocal strain, improve vocal range, variety, clarity and pronunciation to gain and hold the attention of an audience? Would you like to make a positive initial impact and keep control of difficult situations? In this individualised and confidential one-hour session you will determine the objectives and work on exercises to address your specific interests.
11:30	Postdocs: Effective Research Presentations (1-2-1) Finished 11:30 - 12:30 Postdoc Centre @ Biomedical Campus, Committee Room Do you achieve the desired results from your presentations? This interactive, individualised workshop, which centres on your delivery of a five-minute presentation, will help you communicate your research engagingly and effectively. In addition to reviewing useful patterns and styles of presentation, you will have the chance to observe yourself in action, as we will record and watch together your five-minute presentation. This workshop is for postdocs who want to achieve the greatest impact while presenting their work and to improve their public-speaking skills in a safe and supportive environment. Outcomes - Improve on designing and delivering a successful presentation - Consider how to understand and engage your audience - Observe yourself presenting and further develop your style
11:40	Voice and Presentation (One-to-One) CANCELLED 11:40 - 12:40 CCTL, Fawcett Room Would you like to learn exercises that will reduce vocal strain, improve vocal range, variety, clarity and pronunciation to gain and hold the attention of an audience? Would you like to make a positive initial impact and keep control of difficult situations? In this individualised and confidential one-hour session you will determine the objectives and work on exercises to address your specific interests.
13:30	Postdocs: Effective Research Presentations (1-2-1) Finished 13:30 - 14:30 Postdoc Centre @ Biomedical Campus, Committee Room Do you achieve the desired results from your presentations? This interactive, individualised workshop, which centres on your delivery of a five-minute presentation, will help you communicate your research engagingly and effectively. In addition to reviewing useful patterns and styles of presentation, you will have the chance to observe yourself in action, as we will record and watch together your five-minute presentation. This workshop is for postdocs who want to achieve the greatest impact while presenting their work and to improve their public-speaking skills in a safe and supportive environment. Outcomes - Improve on designing and delivering a successful presentation - Consider how to understand and engage your audience - Observe yourself presenting and further develop your style
13:45	Voice and Presentation (One-to-One) CANCELLED 13:45 - 14:45 CCTL, Fawcett Room Would you like to learn exercises that will reduce vocal strain, improve vocal range, variety, clarity and pronunciation to gain and hold the attention of an audience? Would you like to make a positive initial impact and keep control of difficult situations? In this individualised and confidential one-hour session you will determine the objectives and work on exercises to address your specific interests.
14:30	Postdocs: Effective Research Presentations (1-2-1) Finished 14:30 - 15:30 Postdoc Centre @ Biomedical Campus, Committee Room Do you achieve the desired results from your presentations? This interactive, individualised workshop, which centres on your delivery of a five-minute presentation, will help you communicate your research engagingly and effectively. In addition to reviewing useful patterns and styles of presentation, you will have the chance to observe yourself in action, as we will record and watch together your five-minute presentation. This workshop is for postdocs who want to achieve the greatest impact while presenting their work and to improve their public-speaking skills in a safe and supportive environment. Outcomes - Improve on designing and delivering a successful presentation - Consider how to understand and engage your audience - Observe yourself presenting and further develop your style
14:50	Voice and Presentation (One-to-One) CANCELLED 14:50 - 15:50 CCTL, Fawcett Room Would you like to learn exercises that will reduce vocal strain, improve vocal range, variety, clarity and pronunciation to gain and hold the attention of an audience? Would you like to make a positive initial impact and keep control of difficult situations? In this individualised and confidential one-hour session you will determine the objectives and work on exercises to address your specific interests.
15:30	Postdocs: Effective Research Presentations (1-2-1) Finished 15:30 - 16:30 Postdoc Centre @ Biomedical Campus, Committee Room Do you achieve the desired results from your presentations? This interactive, individualised workshop, which centres on your delivery of a five-minute presentation, will help you communicate your research engagingly and effectively. In addition to reviewing useful patterns and styles of presentation, you will have the chance to observe yourself in action, as we will record and watch together your five-minute presentation. This workshop is for postdocs who want to achieve the greatest impact while presenting their work and to improve their public-speaking skills in a safe and supportive environment. Outcomes - Improve on designing and delivering a successful presentation - Consider how to understand and engage your audience - Observe yourself presenting and further develop your style
15:55	Voice and Presentation (One-to-One) CANCELLED 15:55 - 16:55 CCTL, Fawcett Room Would you like to learn exercises that will reduce vocal strain, improve vocal range, variety, clarity and pronunciation to gain and hold the attention of an audience? Would you like to make a positive initial impact and keep control of difficult situations? In this individualised and confidential one-hour session you will determine the objectives and work on exercises to address your specific interests.

Tuesday 27 March 2018

09:15	Communication Skills Introduction: "Are you receiving me?" Finished 09:15 - 15:45 Greenwich House, Edmonton Room Increase your confidence and skills in one-to-one communication with this highly participative course. Effective communication starts in your head and it isn’t just about the words you say. Your tone of voice, facial expression and body language all communicate a message. This course will help you get your message across more clearly. You will also have the opportunity to practise communication skills on a one-to-one basis.
09:30	AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting 2017-18 (18 of 26) Finished 09:30 - 16:30 Greenwich House, Heidelberg Room The AAT Level 3, Diploma in Accounting, introduces to students to more complex financial processes and accounting tasks, the principles of VAT, professional ethics and develops their spreadsheet skills. In addition to applying for a provisional place here, you will need to complete an application form which can be found on our website https://www.finance.admin.cam.ac.uk/training/professional-qualifications/aat/university-programme
	Mobile App Building and Augmented Reality: An Introduction (1 of 2) POSTPONED 09:30 - 13:00 Phoenix Teaching Room 1, New Museums Site This introduction to building mobile apps explores the basic elements and options for an app, from the simpler menu-driven and webpage rendering approaches, to some of the possibilities involved in orientation and location-sensitive data inputs and augmented reality techniques. The course will include a review of some existing apps which help demonstrate many of the options available for apps, and provide the opportunity to design a basic app incorporating some of those elements. There will also be an overview of important security considerations, and ways to share and distribute a more polished app, either independently or via existing app repositories and stores.
	An Introduction to Solving Biological Problems with R (2 of 2) Finished 09:30 - 17:30 Bioinformatics Training Room, Craik-Marshall Building R is a highly-regarded, free, software environment for statistical analysis, with many useful features that promote and facilitate reproducible research. In this course, we give an introduction to the R environment and explain how it can be used to import, manipulate and analyse tabular data. After the course you should feel confident to start exploring your own dataset using the materials and references provided. The course website providing links to the course materials is here. Please note that although we will demonstrate how to perform statistical analysis in R, we will not cover the theory of statistical analysis in this course. Those seeking an in-depth explanation of how to perform and interpret statistical tests are advised to see the list of Related courses. Moreover, those with some programming experience in other languages (e.g. Python, Perl) might wish to attend the follow-on Data Analysis and Visualisation in R course. This event is supported by the BBSRC Strategic Training Awards for Research Skills (STARS) grant (BB/P022766/1). Please note that if you are not eligible for a University of Cambridge Raven account you will need to book or register your interest by linking here.
	Web Recruitment Training - managing vacancies & sending correspondence Finished 09:30 - 13:00 University Information Services, Roger Needham Building, Ely Training Room 1 This course covers viewing, processing and recording data for applications, adding notes and attachments, generating rejection emails, generating electronic reference requests, processing applicants through the selection process and transferring successful applicants to CHRIS.
10:00	Writing Your First Year Report (Physical Sciences & Technology) Finished 10:00 - 12:30 CCTL, Revans Room It’s that time of year: the report is looming on the horizon and the reality of writing is here! Aimed at first-year PhD students, this course is designed to get you thinking and working effectively on your end-of-first-year report / Certificate of Postgraduate Studies. How do you start? What is expected? How do you make it work for you? These and many other important questions, hints and tips will be addressed in this half-day session. Outcomes: Understand the form and function of the first-year report Start planning the structure of your report Experience the benefits of editing and providing feedback on writing
	Strategic Priorities Workshop : Open Session Finished 10:00 - 12:30 Cambridge University Library, Milstein Room The sessions will be designed alongside managers and subject leaders to provide teams and groups with valuable opportunities to work together on developing ideas and strategic plans, which will contribute to the Strategy for Cambridge University Library and identify areas that could become part of a collaborative strategy for library services across Cambridge.
14:00	Physics Health and Safety - Maxwell Centre Induction (1 of 2) Finished 14:00 - 14:25 Department of Physics, Maxwell Centre, JJ Thomson Seminar Room (Floor 2) This induction is required for anyone planning to work unsupervised at the Maxwell Centre, Department of Physics. It has two parts: Part 1 is for people working anywhere in the building Part 2 is only for those working at the Maxwell laboratories
14:25	Physics Health and Safety - Maxwell Centre Induction (2 of 2) Finished 14:25 - 15:00 Department of Physics, Maxwell Centre, JJ Thomson Seminar Room (Floor 2) This induction is required for anyone planning to work unsupervised at the Maxwell Centre, Department of Physics. It has two parts: Part 1 is for people working anywhere in the building Part 2 is only for those working at the Maxwell laboratories