Development opportunities for RTPs
Development opportunities for RTPs
Staff training opportunities at the GW4 institutions:
Please note: You will need your staff login details to access the training from within your institution.
Other development opportunities:
Training – Open Ended
Introduction to Python for Health Research
You will be able to use Python to import and manipulate datasets, and be confident in performing programming operations such as using conditionals, loops, and functions, as well as conducting basic statistical analyses
FUTURES / Online / Free
Training – Open Ended
Data Standardisation
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
- Understand the importance of data standards in modern health research
- Understand the application of different kinds of data standards during the various research stages
- Take steps towards more effective reproducibility and data harmonisation
- Understand and utilise reproducible data workflows
FUTURES / Online / Free
Training – Open Ended
Bringing Software as a Medical Device to Market
After completing this course, you will be able to:
- Describe the different categories of medical device
- Explain the differences between the three key markets for medical devices
- List the risk classes and compliance processes used by regulators
- Create a Quality Management System
- Describe processes used to rectify quality problems
- Explain how medical devices are evaluated for both clinical and health economics outcomes
FUTURES / Online / Free
Training – Open Ended
Research Software Engineering
You will learn about various software development methodologies, tools, and techniques that are commonly used in research software engineering. You will also learn about best practices for software design, coding, testing, and documentation, and how to apply these principles to your own software projects. Furthermore, you will be introduced to the key challenges and considerations that are unique to the research software engineering domain, such as ensuring reproducibility and collaboration, and balancing the trade-offs between performance and code maintainability.
FUTURES / Online / Free
Training Day – 15th October 2025
Career Planning for Technicians
An opportunity for technicians to think about their careers including self-awareness, opportunities, decision making and planning.
ITSS / Online / Free
Training Course – 15th October 2025 – 26th February 2026
Stepping Into Technical Leadership Programme (Modular)
This programme is for technicians aspiring to supervisory / management roles. The programme is designed to develop the skills that will help delegates to successfully make this transition and to be effective in their new roles.
HEaTED / Various (both online & in person) / from £849 for HEaTED members
Event – 16th October 2025
Data & Slides, No More Death by PPT!
Sharpen your skills in presenting research with this practical, hands-on session.
UKRAS STEPS / Online / Free
Event – 14th November 2025
Storytelling for Research, Unleash the Power of Narrative –
Sharpen your skills in presenting research with this practical, hands-on session.
UKRAS STEPS / Online / Free
Training Programme – APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: 4th November 2025 – Course starts Jan 2026
Herschel Programme for Women in Technical Leadership
The Herschel Programme for Women in Technical Leadership is a national programme designed to elevate and advance opportunities for women, who are current or aspiring leaders in technical roles.
ITSS / Hybrid / Free*
Event – 28th August 2026 – 5th September 2026
21st International Microscopy Congress IMC21
A major scientific event held every four years, considered the “Olympics of Microscopy”. It provides a global platform for researchers, industry leaders, and experts to present and discuss cutting-edge research in microscopy.
IMC21 Congress theme is The Next Generation – Embracing the Responsible AI Revolution.
This overarching conference theme is representing a compelling and forward-looking vision and captures the spirit of innovation and evolution.
IMC21 / In person – Liverpool / From £350.00
