At Alzheimer's Society we realise that Ph.D. students are often not entitled to the same benefits from their institutions or the government as post-docs and senior researchers. So, we have made our leave and pay policy as supportive as possible for Alzheimer's Society funded Ph.D. students.
The challenge of returning to research after a career break can be very daunting. We have a list of additional funding opportunities, available courses, support networks and resources to confidently transition back to work.
As well as managing leave away from a research career, new parents also have other difficulties they may need help with. Here is a selection of additional resources that are available to researchers starting a family.
As an employee of a research institute or university, you will most likely be entitled to a period of paid leave which will be covered by your employer. Here is more information about your entitlement and what additional support the Society can give you.
Winners of the 2018 Dementia Research Leaders awards have been announced for our two categories, Rising Star in dementia research and Outstanding early-career contribution to dementia research.
Alzheimer's Society funds the highest quality research of the greatest relevance to people affected by dementia. We fund across the spectrum of dementia research from basic biomedical through to clinical and care research.
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