University of Cambridge - Development

Extensive Development Opportunities

The encouragement of career development for all staff is one of the University’s core values and they put this into practice through various services and initiatives. These include:

A wide-range of training courses delivered by a range of providers within the University, including the Personal and Professional Development (PPD) team, Equality & Diversity, the University Computing Service and the Language Centre.
An online learning centre, which provides learning packages on a variety of topics including those aimed at new staff (e.g. fire safety), academics (e.g. effective supervision) and those wishing to develop particular skills (e.g. project management).
Probation periods for new employees, which provide a framework for reviewing progress and discussing training and development needs.
A Staff Review and Development (SRD) Scheme, which is designed to enhance work effectiveness and facilitate career development post-probation.
Reduced staff fees for University of Cambridge graduate courses.
The opportunity to attend lectures and seminars held by University departments and institutions.
Leave for career and personal development.
Policies and processes dedicated to the career development of researchers and the implementation of the principles of the Concordat, which have led to the University being recognised with an HR Excellence in Research Award by the European Commission.

In addition, we’re sure you’ll find that working for an organisation with The University of Cambridge’s impressive history and reputation will enable you to gain a wealth of experience to assist you in your future career.