The mid-career phase of a research career is a time of change and growth, and one that can present new challenges as you transition from project to program leadership and expand your teams and collaborations. This program will equip you with practical skills to strategically plan your growing research program, efficiently and effectively manage research at scale, and build relationships and lead others.
The program is targeted at those who identify as mid-career researchers and have an increased level of independence and research leadership, such as leading research programs that are larger in scale in size, scope and/or reach.
Up to 25 participants will be selected through a brief application process.
To be eligible to apply, all of the following criteria must be met:
Priority will be given to those who can commit to attending 3 or more workshops in full.
The program consists of 5 half day (9:30 am - 1:30 pm) in person workshops on the Camperdown campus:
For more information, University of Sydney staff can view this overview.
Applications are now open and close 5 pm Wednesday 28 January 2026, but we will review all applications as they come in so get in early to secure your place.
To apply, complete the online application form.
Prospective participants will complete a brief application and will be selected according to the the value for applicants' careers and their leadership track record and context.
