The 9th Annual BME Early Career Researcher (ECR) Conference

The BME Early Career Researcher Conference aims to provide a platform for researchers to explore the authenticity in higher education.

This conference will offer an enriching experience filled with valuable insights from academic leaders, interactive workshops, and engaging panel discussions, designed to empower and inspire you in your academic and professional journey.

Join us for an impactful day where you can connect with like-minded peers, learn from experts who share your experiences, and gain practical knowledge to navigate the complexities of higher education with confidence and authenticity. Whether you’re a PhD student, postdoc, or early career professional, this event is tailored to support you in becoming the leaders of tomorrow.

We are also excited to announce that our Keynote speaker will be the one and only Jenny Garrett OBE, who is a TEDx Speaker, an award-winning Career Coach, and Leadership Trainer!

What to Expect:

• Keynote Speeches: Hear from our renowned experts.
• Panel Discussions: Dive deep into the theme of authenticity in higher education with a diverse panel of thought leaders.
• Interactive Workshops: Gain hands-on experience in areas such as networking, well-being, applying for grants, and sponsorship opportunities.
• Networking Opportunities: Build connections with professionals and peers that can help advance your career.

Admission is free, and lunch, along with refreshments, will be provided. Please indicate any dietary preferences during your registration.

If you have any accessibility needs, feel free to reach out to us at Bernadine.Idowu@uwl.ac.uk

Location directions:

The address is for the conference at Kent is:

Sibson Building, University of Kent, Park Wood Road, Canterbury CT2 7FS.

Online attendance:

Please note that this event will be streamed online. All guests who cannot attend in person will be sent the link to join this event through Eventbrite. This will be sent to you nearer the time.

Your data will be used to administer the event. Please read our privacy notice here