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Supporting career development in RDM: reflections from the Career Development Committee
It's hard to believe it's been 18 months since my previous blog post about the work of the Career Development Committee, but during this time we've been working hard to better understand and strengthen the career support available to our staff and students. This blog post reflects on what we've learned, and the actions we're now taking to support career development across the department.
Inside RDM’s Funding Working Group: Building financial sustainability
David Hodson provides an insight into RDM's Funding Working Group which is shaping a long-term approach to financial sustainability. Here’s what the group is focusing on, and why it matters across the department.
What being a Mental Health First Aider has taught me
RDM Mental Health First Aider Yasmine Saito reflects on what she has learnt and shares tips to help all of us support others.
Reflections on a mentoring relationship
Michalina Mazurczyk and Paul Sopp reflect on how their mentoring relationship has benefited them and their careers.
Highlights from the 16 March meeting of RDM's Senior Leadership Team
As RDM’s Finance Manager, I sit on the department’s Senior Leadership Team (SLT), which meets every two months to discuss key strategic and operational issues. As part of our commitment to transparency around decision-making, this post summarises some highlights from the meeting on 16 March.
Highlights from the January meeting of RDM's Senior Leadership Team
As RDM's Head of Communications, I am a member of RDM's Senior Leadership Team (SLT) which meets every two months and is collectively responsible for the success of our department. In this RDM Blog post I share some highlights of our discussions at our meeting on 26 January in order to improve transparency around decision-making.
Wolfson Imaging Centre available for RDM researchers to use
MRC WIMM Wolfson Imaging Centre Manager Jana Koth explains how the centre's imaging specialists support outstanding light microscopy work across RDM.
A month in the life of an Academic Lead for Innovation
A month into the job of Academic Lead for Innovation for the Medical Sciences Division...minus a week of mince pies and presents...so make that three weeks into the job...and after a series of conversations across the University, what have I learnt?
Highlights from the November meeting of RDM's Senior Leadership Team
I am a member of RDM’s Senior Leadership Team (SLT) which meets every two months and is collectively responsible for the success of our department. There is always a packed agenda and the most recent meeting was no exception. I want to use this RDM Blog post to share some highlights of our discussions in order to improve transparency around decision-making. I hope that this post helps to demystify what goes on at SLT.
Working together and avoiding silos
There are exciting times ahead in RDM with the recent launch of its new research strategy.
Championing technical staff at Oxford
Michalina Mazurczyk writes about her experiences as a Technician Champion, helping to deliver the University's Technician Commitment; a UK-wide initiative to recognise the valuable work of technical staff and support their professional development.
Mentoring in RDM: history, definition and benefits
Mentoring has long been an important part of how we support, connect, and develop people within RDM. Here’s a look at how the scheme has evolved and continues to make an impact.
From forensics to fellowships: my journey into research support
28 Aug, 2025
Research Facilitator Jessica Bassett, writes about her role within RDM's Research Strategy and Funding Team and how her role is supporting colleagues across the department.
Celebrating remarkable LGBTQIA+ scientists
This Pride Month, Casey Johnson, a DPhil student in RDM's Cardiovascular Clinical Research Facility, highlights some of the influential members of the LGBTQIA+ community whose contributions have helped advance their disciplines and visibility in STEM.
In celebration of data science and supporting an inclusive research culture
Charlotte George and Rachel Etherington, based in the MRC Weatherall Institute of Molecular Medicine, write about their work on a UK-wide initiative to support the inclusion and integration of data scientists working in biomedical science.
Supporting RDM's Early Career Researchers
RDM's Head of Strategic Research Development Sarah Ball reflects on the role of RDM's Academic Career Panel.
A happy lab
Hans Ng, a Postdoctoral Researcher in the Goriely Lab, MRC Weatherall Institute of Molecular Medicine, reflects on the process of writing a lab handbook
Facilitating entrepreneurship in RDM
Professor Simon Davis, RDM's Entrepreneurship Lead, reflects on his role and shares some plans.
Researcher representation
Senior Post-Doc Andrew Armitage (Drakesmith Group, MRC WIMM) discusses how researchers can influence research culture in RDM and the University.
Update from the RDM Researcher Association
15 Jan, 2025
The RDM Researcher Association is run by researchers for researchers. Our goal is to create a supportive and inclusive community. Our activities range from organising career development and networking events to hosting social gatherings that connect researchers from different RDM divisions.