About
As the LUMC Association for PhD candidates (LAP) we are here to help you navigate this part of your working life. LAP is a non-profit organization that represents the interests of all PhD candidates of the LUMC. We have several standard activities, and a membership to our newsletter is free of charge. You can of course also contact us for any other questions you might have, or contact our counsellor (confidentially).
Looking for more general information about your PhD track? Consult the PhD folder:
Membership and contact
LAP membership is free and exclusively for LUMC PhD candidates and excellent/honours students in the MD/PhD-MSc/PhD program. You can register as a LAP member and receive our newsletter when you apply for your PhD in the Converis registration module, fill in your LUMC email-address on the newsletter page on our website, or email us directly at LAP@lumc.nl.
Tasks
Represents LUMC PhD candidates locally in the LUMC (Executive Board/Dean, Boerhaave committee, Graduate School committee), regionally and nationally (LEO/ PhDoc/ University Council/ PNN)
Organizes an annual PhD day and a Networking event
Organizes academic lectures and debates on current topics in research
Informs PhD candidates on relevant issues
Tackles specific PhD related problems
Appoints a confidant (vertrouwenspersoon) who may be contacted in case of complaints, conflicts with supervisors or issues concerning scientific integrity
PhD Confidant
The LAP has appointed a PhD confidant (vertrouwenspersoon) who may be contacted in case of complaints, conflicts with supervisors or issues concerning scientific integrity. Our Junior confidant is Ivana Kancheva (I.K.Kancheva@lumc.nl), who works closely together with Mw. dr. S. Trompet (S.Trompet@lumc.nl) and Dhr. prof.dr. T. van Gelder (T.van_Gelder1@lumc.nl), the LUMC confidants (Senior). The Junior confidant can be contacted for sharing, listening, and general advice about managing interactions with supervisors or the Guidance Committee. For more serious matters, such as contract termination or changes to the supervisory team, you can reach out to the Senior confidants for support.
Latest Updates
September = Move More Month at LUMC!
This month, the LUMC “Fit voor Morgen” program is all about sports and physical activity. Join your colleagues in energizing activities like pilates, monthly lunch walks (every last Thursday of the month!), and inspiring masterclasses on topics such as creating your own “switch off plan” to manage stress and breaking up sedentary behavior (Please take note that masterclasses are in Dutch). Pick your favorite and sign up directly via the activity calendar!
Extra for PhD-candidates:
Take part in The Vitality Box – completely free of charge. With lifestyle coaching, e-learnings, and 3 months’ access to a smart device, you can work on your health, vitality, and stress management in a way that suits your personal goals and schedule. Coaching is available in both Dutch and English.