Welcome to the Q3 Edition of Our People Pathways Newsletter!
This edition brings together the latest opportunities, support and resources from across the One Nucleus network. From upcoming courses, seminars and webinars to mentoring opportunities, career support and our new Job Seeker Membership, there’s plenty to explore. We’ve also included useful connections, industry resources and updates to help you keep learning, build your network and stay connected to the life science community.
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One Nucleus Upcoming Learning Opportunities
8-9 September 2026, Cambridge | IOSH Approved Biological Safety – Management and Practice (2-day course) - One Week Left to Register!
10 September 2026, Cambridge | Introduction to Drug Discovery: From Idea to Clinical Candidate - One Week Left to Register!
Make sure to follow us on X and LinkedIn. For more information about our in-house course options, please contact [email protected].
21 September 2026 | Webinar – Is the UK More Competitive for Early Clinical Trials Than You Thought?
The next session in our series exploring the future of biopharma R&D and employment opportunities in the UK will hear from the NIHR Industry Hub about the UK’s commercial clinical trials landscape and the support available to industry. Join us to learn how the Hub provides free access to research infrastructure, expertise and data to help sponsors accelerate trials and improve recruitment and delivery.
Click here for the full agenda and to register.
24 September 2026 | Choosing The Right Life Science Room To Be In - a London Seminar
The next in the series of our newly developed seminars, this session explores how to make the most of your investment in events and conferences. With travel, accommodation, preparation and follow-up all adding up, how do you decide which events are worth your time and budget? We’ll explore the value of different types of events, from investor and partnering conferences to smaller gatherings, seminars and networking, and the key questions to ask before committing.
Click here for the full agenda and to register.
30 September 2026 | HR SIG - Save the Date!
This session will be led by Eleanor Freeman of Cambridge Employment Law LLP. This event is intended for those working in operational HR-related roles eg HR Manager. Please contact [email protected] before registering if you are not sure whether or not your registration would be appropriate.
Session details to follow soon...Secure your place here.
7 October 2026 | Leveraging AI to Engage Your Top Investor and Partnering Targets - a London Seminar
AI can be a powerful tool for business development, but human judgement and relationships remain key. This interactive seminar explores how AI can help you choose the right events, strengthen your company profile and craft an impactful pitch, helping you get in the right place, with the right message, at the right time.
Click here for the full agenda and to register.
4 November 2026 | Webinar - NIH Funding for European Biotech: Three Doors In
With NIH funding rules changing in 2026, what does this mean for European biotechs looking to access NIH funding? This practical webinar will cover eligibility, routes to funding and how to write a competitive NIH application, drawing on experience from 300+ applications.
Click here for the full agenda and to register.
2 December 2026 | Webinar - One Science. Many Audiences
Learn how to tell your science story in a way that drives funding, partnerships and impact. This session will explore how to tailor your message for investors, partners, clinicians, grant reviewers and journal editors — helping your science connect with every audience.
Click here for the full agenda and to register.
More dates and courses to follow soon... If there are any topics you may like to hear or learn about in a future session, whether it's an in-person seminar or webinar, please don't hesitate to reach out.
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One Nucleus Creates a New Membership Category for Those Who Find Themselves Between Life Science Jobs Read more here.
Being made redundant, or finding yourself between roles for any reason, can be an unsettling time. It can also be an important moment to reconnect with your professional community, explore new opportunities, and invest in your next step.
One Nucleus sits firmly behind those wishing to continue their careers in the Life Sciences industry, whether seeking employment in a similar role or exploring alternative roles. To support anyone in this position, we are now offering a new Job Seeker membership option.
If you’d like to find out more, please get in touch.
Alongside our Job Seeker membership, a reminder that One Nucleus can also support members and their employees through redundancy by extending access to membership benefits for up to 12 months. This provides departing colleagues with continued access to networking, jobs, training and mentoring opportunities as they take their next career step. Read about this initiative here.
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Mentoring Outreach - Can You Help?
We’re looking to connect two members of our network with experienced mentors. One is seeking guidance from someone who has moved from R&D into funding or investment, while the other is looking to connect with someone who has transitioned from academia into biotech or an early-stage start-up.
If you have relevant experience and would be interested in supporting either of these individuals, please reach out to the One Nucleus team.
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University of Cambridge Careers Service SME Employer Coffee Drop-in
The University of Cambridge Careers Service is inviting SMEs and start-ups to its informal Employer Coffee Drop-In Sessions, offering an opportunity to meet the Employer Engagement team, ask questions and explore ways to connect with Cambridge students and researchers. The next sessions will take place on 15 and 29 September from 11am to 2pm. These sessions are a great opportunity for growing businesses to discover how they can access local talent and build connections with Cambridge. Those interested in attending are encouraged to contact the Careers Service at [email protected] in advance to let them know they’re coming — and the kettle will be on!
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OECD-EU Research and Development Careers Survey 2026
The OECD-EU Research and Development Careers Survey 2026 is now live, providing R&D professionals with an opportunity to share their experiences and perspectives on careers in research and development. With survey data from those working in R&D currently scarce, your insights can help inform better evidence, policy and decision-making around R&D careers across OECD countries.
You can read about this survey and submit your input here.
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Useful Information:
- Jobs Board - Frequently updated!
- Industry News
- One Nucleus Mentoring Initiative
- One Nucleus Members Around the World