
EARLY CAREER RESEARCHERS
The SRIP Early Career Researcher (ECR) Group is a welcoming and supportive community for postgraduate students, doctoral researchers, postdoctoral researchers, clinicians undertaking research, and others in the early stages of their careers working across reproductive, perinatal, infant, and family health research. The group aims to foster connection, collaboration, and professional development by creating opportunities for networking, peer support, mentorship, and skills development within the wider SRIP community.
The SRIP ECR Group provides a space where researchers can share experiences, discuss challenges, exchange ideas, and develop meaningful professional relationships across disciplines, institutions, and countries. Whether members are seeking feedback on research, exploring future career pathways, or simply looking to connect with peers who understand the unique challenges of early-career research, the group offers an inclusive and encouraging environment in which to grow.
Who Can Join?
The SRIP ECR Group welcomes:
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Postgraduate and doctoral researchers
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Research assistants and research associates
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Postdoctoral researchers
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Clinicians transitioning into research careers
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Anyone in the early stages of a career related to reproductive, perinatal, infant, and family health research
At a glance: What the SRIP ECR Group Offers
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Monthly peer-support and networking socials
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A structured mentorship programme with experienced professionals
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Mentorship pods and peer mentoring opportunities
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Quarterly workshops and professional development events
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Opportunities for collaboration and knowledge exchange
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Conference presentation and networking opportunities
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Access to bursaries, scholarships, prizes, and development funding
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Connections with an international interdisciplinary research community
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A supportive environment to develop skills, confidence, and career progression within reproductive and infant psychology research
