Access a wealth of resources to help you plan for your development

There are a wide range of resources available from within the university and other organisations to support you in planning for future roles and careers. Take time to explore the following to understand what is available to you.

Career Planning Resources and Guidance

Career planning information on the Vitae site

Careers information on the Prospects website and

Training Opportunities for 黑料正能量 Researchers

Researchers are entitled to a minimum of 10 days professional development (pro rata), (which does not have to be linked to a current project):

Skills Analysis tools for Researchers

A skills audit can be helpful for anyone looking to progress in their career or to goal set Researchers can review their skills using this tool.

This article on the contains useful information about essential employability skills.

This article on the focuses on the skills gained as a researcher.

CV support for Researchers

There is comprehensive information about .

AI feedback for CVs and cover letters available via mycareer.port.ac.uk (go to Careerset).

Additionally, information about CVs and cover letters designed specifically for researchers can be found on the .

All staff including Contract Researchers can access mycareer.port.ac.uk.

Narrative CVs

Narrative CVs for your funding applications.

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