A rewarding career in chemistry research.
The balance of a positive personal life.
Triumph over social, cultural and political challenges.
This was Irène Joliot-Curie’s story.
Could it be yours too?
Irène won the Nobel Prize for Chemistry while balancing an outstanding scientific career with raising a family, supporting the social and intellectual advancement of women and campaigning for world peace.
If you aspire to achieve as much, we're here to help.
This practical, relaxed and friendly conference is all about helping you achieve your full potential – whatever your background.
We understand that building a successful career in academia is more competitive than ever before.
That’s why we’ll give you tips on how to network and where you can turn to for extra support. Over two days, we’ll share insights into how you can:
- stand out
- secure funding
- balance competing demands
- take alternative routes to success
- manage your career
- overcome barriers to progression.
We asked some of last year’s delegates what they liked about the conference. This is what they had to say.
[The speakers] were very engaging, knowledgeable and passionate about their topics.
The relaxed atmosphere and the opportunity to talk to people about their careers and aspirations.
The 1:1 sessions to help me reflect on what I need to do next.
The opportunity to talk to a wide range of people from different backgrounds. The tips, hints and advice on everything connected with a research career path.
Get all the tips, tools and support you need to take a step toward establishing your career in chemistry research.
Joliot-Curie Conference 2016
6-7 September 2016
National Science Learning Centre, University of York, York
