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LAP is looking for a new Secretary!
We are looking for an enthusiastic new board member to join our team! As Secretary of the LAP board you will manage incoming e-mails, from questions by fellow PhDs to (promotion) requests, ensuring everyone receives a timely and helpful response. During board meetings, you are the notekeeper, keeping track of action points and decisions being made. You're often the first to receive important updates and relevant information, which you share with the rest of the board members.
The entire board has meetings every 2-3 weeks, and regular meetings with the Dean, Graduate School, and other LUMC parties. In return, you get to learn about the ins and outs of the LUMC, work with a diverse board of motivated fellow PhDs, who want to make a difference for the PhD community. You have the chance to bring your own ideas to life! Send us an e-mail in case you're interested, and we can plan a meeting to get to know each other!
SAVE THE DATES: LUMC Research Data Day & Research Conference 2026!
- Research Conference, Buruma Lecture Hall, December 1, 13:00-17:00, is the place to get a birds eye view on the diversity of scientific research lines, technology, and vision we have in our institute. Add the save the date to your agenda!
- Research Data Day, Boerhaaveplein, November 10, 9:00-18:00, features a market where you can find research support, tools, and services that are available within the LUMC, followed by (interactive) sessions. During this day you will learn where to find existing research support within the LUMC, become aware of best practices for research data, and discover ways to take care of your data. Add the save the date to your agenda!
Academia in Motion & Town Hall Meeting
The Academia in Motion programme on Open Science and Recognition & Rewards has been running for several years and is increasingly taking shape within the university and beyond. This event is meant to share experiences and discuss progress and future directions. In the morning, workshops will cover topics such as career policies, PhD opportunities, and publishing practices. The afternoon will further explore how changes are being implemented in practice, the challenges involved, and what is needed to turn ambitions into everyday practice. Check the website for more info and sign-up!
📅 Tuesday 12 May 2026
⏰ 10:00 - 16:00
📍 PLNT, Langegracht 70, Leiden
Upcoming (external) events and courses
Check out the events in the upcoming months!
- 100-year lustrum event, De Zalen van Zeven, Boothstraat 7, Utrecht, April 23, 11:00-18:00: Since 1926, the Dr. Catharine van Tussenbroek Foundation has promoted the scientific advancement of women through the award of international travel grants. Many women at Dutch universities have benefitted from these grants in the last 100 years. Celebrate the achievements of female academics with lunch, thought-provoking presentations, discussions, stories from alumni and drinks. Sign up here before April 15
- Mental Health in Academia at VU Amsterdam, May 19, 12:00-14:00 (free lunch), with three speakers who will share current trends, needs, and opportunities to improve mental health, from early-career researchers to senior levels. Sign up here!
- Eurolife Summer School 2026, Trinity College Dublin, Ireland, June 8-12: this year’s Summer School will explore cutting-edge developments in neuroscience with a particular focus on biomarkers for brain disorders and the role of AI in research and clinical practice. The programme brings together leading scientists and clinicians to provide an intensive and interactive learning experience for students interested in neuroscience, translational medicine, and digital innovation in healthcare. Find the application form here!
- BioBusiness Summer School, Amsterdam, June 22-26: a five-day program designed for early-career researchers who are considering a career beyond academia and are interested in learning more about the business aspects of the Life Sciences sector. The program offers a mix of interactive lectures, case studies, and company visits. Register on the website!
New Collective Labour Agreement
A new collective labour agreement (CLA) for the UMCs has been reached. Several issues relevant to PhD candidates were discussed by the involved parties (among others Promovendi Network Netherlands). The following changes are relevant for PhD candidates:
- Starting April 1st new onderzoekers in opleiding (OIO) will be granted an employment contract for the full duration of their PhD trajectory. In principle, this means a four-year contract based on full-time employment (1.0 FTE).
- A structural salary increase of 3.5% effective July 1, 2026, followed by an additional 3.5% increase from May 1, 2027.
- The promotiebonus (a €750 bonus awarded upon completing the PhD within the contract period), previously available only to OIOs, will now also apply to arts-onderzoekers.
- Student loan repayment will be included in the Work-Related Costs Scheme (WKR). This allows employees to repay student debt through a gross-to-net arrangement with a tax advantage.
PhD Psychologists Newsletter
Supporting and/or supervising PhD candidates involves more than guiding their research. It also means helping create an environment where they can grow, communicate openly, and maintain their well-being during a demanding stage of their careers. In this Spring edition of the PhD Psychologists Newsletter (March–May 2026), they share resources and reflections that may support this goal. In this issue, you will find:
- Information about the updated webpage, where PhD candidates can easily access their services, activities, and resources.
- A recommendation for PhD supporters on leading supervision conversations with kindness and clarity.
- An overview of upcoming workshops, trainings, and peer support groups.
- Insights on building safe and supportive supervision relationships.
- A testimonial from a PhD candidate describing how psychological support helped them develop tools to navigate challenging conversations with supervisors.
Grant newsletter
The Grant Newsletter of March 2026 has been published on Albinusnet. If you have any ideas to expand your research, want to continue as a postdoc or just want to see what kind of grants are available to you in the future, make sure to check it out!
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