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Helen Underhill is the manager of the Research for Transformation Lab at the University of Manchester’s Global Development Institute. She is also an independent researcher working on a variety of social justice and international projects from fire safety in refugee camps to young people and museums.Sarah and Helen talk aboutWhat it means to do research for transformation and why it’s a slow processPower and politics in global research partnerships and why we still have a long way to goHer ‘portfolio’ career which meandered through computer programming, adventure travel and school teaching before landing in social justice research How she fell in love with the idea that knowledge can be a pathway to creating changeFind out moreFind full show notes, the transcript and timestamps on the episode webpage Connect with Helen on LinkedIn Find out more about the Research for Transformation Lab and Global Development Institute at the University of Manchester About Research AdjacentFollow Research Adjacent on LinkedIn Email a comment, question or suggestionLeave a voice notePost a review on PodchaserSign up to the Research Adjacent newsletterMentioned in this episode:Research Adjacent Directory Member of the Month: Clare Jonas, That Thinking FeelingWhat do you get if you cross an academic psychologist with a research communicator? Some amazing skills training workshops! Clare offers workshops which support researchers to develop knowledge and practical skills in three overlapping areas: research communication, taking care of ourselves and each other, and career skills for academia and beyond. They’re based on Clare's professional expertise, lived experience, evidence from psychology and related fields... and love of dad jokes! Find out more at https://www.thatthinkingfeeling.co.uk/ Leeds Research Adjacent Community NetworkingCome along to meet other research-adjacent folks in person at Brooklyn Bar in Leeds on Thursday 30 April 2026 from 5.30pm. Open to anyone who feels part of this world. Facilitated by podcast host Sarah McLusky. Find out more and sign up here https://researchadjacent.circle.so/c/open-events/leeds-research-adjacent-community-networking-4058c1

This special bonus episode is part of Podcasthon 2026 which asks hosts to dedicate an episode to a charity of their choice. This episode is dedicated to Scottish rewilding charity Trees for Life who I have been supporting through this podcast since 2024. Listen in to hear why, back in 2024 I decided to donate 1% of my business income to charity and how that led to me deciding to plant a tree for every podcast episode released. You'll also hear about why I chose to do this through Trees for Life and the amazing work they do to support nature, create jobs and support rural communities.Find out moreFind out more about Trees for Life and support their work on their website or follow them on LinkedIn or InstagramVisit the Research Adjacent virtual tree grove and donate a tree if you likeRead the book ‘Wilding’ by Isabella TreeListen to the Wild for Scotland podcastAbout Research AdjacentFollow Research Adjacent on LinkedIn Email a comment, question or suggestionLeave a voice notePost a review on PodchaserSign up to the Research Adjacent newsletterMentioned in this episode:Leeds Research Adjacent Community NetworkingCome along to meet other research-adjacent folks in person at Brooklyn Bar in Leeds on Thursday 30 April 2026 from 5.30pm. Open to anyone who feels part of this world. Facilitated by podcast host Sarah McLusky. Find out more and sign up here https://researchadjacent.circle.so/c/open-events/leeds-research-adjacent-community-networking-4058c1 Research Adjacent Directory Member of the Month: Clare Jonas, That Thinking FeelingWhat do you get if you cross an academic psychologist with a research communicator? Some amazing skills training workshops! Clare offers workshops which support researchers to develop knowledge and practical skills in three overlapping areas: research communication, taking care of ourselves and each other, and career skills for academia and beyond. They’re based on Clare's professional expertise, lived experience, evidence from psychology and related fields... and love of dad jokes! Find out more at https://www.thatthinkingfeeling.co.uk/

Inbal Itzhak is a Senior Knowledge Mobilisation Specialist at the Canadian Consortium on Neurodegeneration and Aging. She translates research into accessible insights which improve brain health and careSarah and Inbal talk aboutWhy the essence and ethics of participatory research are the same, no matter what you call itThe magic that can spark when you find the right collaboratorsHow Inbal decided she wanted to work in knowledge translation before she discovered it was an actual jobRecognising and drawing on different kinds of expertise to ensure research gets used and makes a differenceFind out moreFind full show notes, the transcript and timestamps on the episode webpageConnect with Inbal on LinkedInFind out more about the Canadian Consortium on Neurodegeneration in AgingAbout Research AdjacentFollow Research Adjacent on LinkedInEmail a comment, question or suggestionLeave a voice notePost a review on PodchaserSign up to the Research Adjacent newsletterMentioned in this episode:Leeds Research Adjacent Community NetworkingCome along to meet other research-adjacent folks in person at Brooklyn Bar in Leeds on Thursday 30 April 2026 from 5.30pm. Open to anyone who feels part of this world. Facilitated by podcast host Sarah McLusky. Find out more and sign up here https://researchadjacent.circle.so/c/open-events/leeds-research-adjacent-community-networking-4058c1 Research Adjacent Directory Member of the Month: Clare Jonas, That Thinking FeelingWhat do you get if you cross an academic psychologist with a research communicator? Some amazing skills training workshops! Clare offers workshops which support researchers to develop knowledge and practical skills in three overlapping areas: research communication, taking care of ourselves and each other, and career skills for academia and beyond. They’re based on Clare's professional expertise, lived experience, evidence from psychology and related fields... and love of dad jokes! Find out more at https://www.thatthinkingfeeling.co.uk/

Tamara Poles is the founder and CEO of Universal SciCom based in North Carolina, USA, and working remotely across the world.Sarah and Tamara talk aboutWhy representation and inclusion in science communication mattersSharing science and building community through unconventional formats including the Scirens drag and burlesque show and adults-only ‘Uncensored Science’Helping researchers connect to audiences through their own personal story, not just their scienceNavigating funding cuts and the anti-science narrative in current US politicsFind out moreVisit the episode webpageConnect with Tamara on LinkedInFind out more about Universal SciCom via their website, Instagram, Facebook or LinkedIn pagesSign up for the Universal SciCom newsletterThis episode was first released in February 2026 which was both LGBT+ History Month in the UK, and Black History Month in the USA.About Research AdjacentFollow Research Adjacent on LinkedIn or InstagramEmail a comment, question or suggestionLeave a voice notePost a review on PodchaserSign up to the Research Adjacent newsletterMentioned in this episode:Research Adjacent Directory Member of the Month: Clare Jonas, That Thinking FeelingWhat do you get if you cross an academic psychologist with a research communicator? Some amazing skills training workshops! Clare offers workshops which support researchers to develop knowledge and practical skills in three overlapping areas: research communication, taking care of ourselves and each other, and career skills for academia and beyond. They’re based on Clare's professional expertise, lived experience, evidence from psychology and related fields... and love of dad jokes! Find out more at https://www.thatthinkingfeeling.co.uk/ Leeds Research Adjacent Community NetworkingCome along to meet other research-adjacent folks in person at Brooklyn Bar in Leeds on Thursday 30 April 2026 from 5.30pm. Open to anyone who feels part of this world. Facilitated by podcast host Sarah McLusky. Find out more and sign up here https://researchadjacent.circle.so/c/open-events/leeds-research-adjacent-community-networking-4058c1

Sarah Morton is an impact consultant, currently of Capture Impact but previously of Matter of Focus, and the self-confessed ‘granny of impact’Leading the way in impact and knowledge exchange (before they were even a thing)Falling through the cracks between research and administrative rolesEscaping university bureaucracy to become an accidental tech entrepreneurWhy knowledge exchange and impact work is all about relationships and making a differenceFind out moreConnect with Sarah Morton via LinkedIn or the Capture Impact websiteGet Sarah's co-authored book 'How do you know if you’re making a difference?'Read Sarah's highly-cited article on research impact assessmentEvents MentionedGetting Started as a Research-Adjacent Freelancer (Online) Mon 23 Feb 2026, 4.30pm UK time. Find out more and sign up https://researchadjacent.circle.so/c/open-events/getting-started-as-a-research-adjacent-freelancer Research Adjacent Community Networking (Manchester) Thu 12 March 2026, 5.30pm UK time. Find out more and sign up https://researchadjacent.circle.so/c/open-events/manchester-research-adjacent-community-networkingAbout Research AdjacentFollow Research Adjacent on LinkedInEmail a comment, question or suggestionLeave a voice notePost a review on PodchaserSign up to the Research Adjacent newsletterMentioned in this episode:Leeds Research Adjacent Community NetworkingCome along to meet other research-adjacent folks in person at Brooklyn Bar in Leeds on Thursday 30 April 2026 from 5.30pm. Open to anyone who feels part of this world. Facilitated by podcast host Sarah McLusky. Find out more and sign up here https://researchadjacent.circle.so/c/open-events/leeds-research-adjacent-community-networking-4058c1 Research Adjacent Directory Member of the Month: Clare Jonas, That Thinking FeelingWhat do you get if you cross an academic psychologist with a research communicator? Some amazing skills training workshops! Clare offers workshops which support researchers to develop knowledge and practical skills in three overlapping areas: research communication, taking care of ourselves and each other, and career skills for academia and beyond. They’re based on Clare's professional expertise, lived experience, evidence from psychology and related fields... and love of dad jokes! Find out more at https://www.thatthinkingfeeling.co.uk/

Russell Arnott is an ocean science educator, facilitator and event organiser. Sarah McLusky is a research event consultant, trainer and facilitator. Sarah and Russell are reinventing research conferences to prioritise connection and collaboration through their joint venture Re:Conference.Sarah and Russell talk aboutWhy traditional academic conferences are failing everyone - attendees, presenters, organisers and the wider worldPrioritising people, connection and collaboration over PowerPoint and information overloadThe small changes that can make a big differenceHow Russell, Sarah and Re:Conference can help reinvent conferences for goodFind out moreCheck out the Re:Conference websiteConnect with Russell on LinkedIn or visit the Incredible Oceans websiteConnect with Sarah on LinkedIn or sign up for her newsletter Gathering with PurposeAbout Research AdjacentFollow Research Adjacent on LinkedIn or Instagram Email a comment, question or suggestionLeave a voice notePost a review on PodchaserSign up to the Research Adjacent newsletterMentioned in this episode:Leeds Research Adjacent Community NetworkingCome along to meet other research-adjacent folks in person at Brooklyn Bar in Leeds on Thursday 30 April 2026 from 5.30pm. Open to anyone who feels part of this world. Facilitated by podcast host Sarah McLusky. Find out more and sign up here https://researchadjacent.circle.so/c/open-events/leeds-research-adjacent-community-networking-4058c1 Research Adjacent Directory Member of the Month: Clare Jonas, That Thinking FeelingWhat do you get if you cross an academic psychologist with a research communicator? Some amazing skills training workshops! Clare offers workshops which support researchers to develop knowledge and practical skills in three overlapping areas: research communication, taking care of ourselves and each other, and career skills for academia and beyond. They’re based on Clare's professional expertise, lived experience, evidence from psychology and related fields... and love of dad jokes! Find out more at https://www.thatthinkingfeeling.co.uk/

Kirsty High is Research Impact Manager at the independent research institution, the Centre for Ecology and Hydrology. Sean McCaul is a faculty impact officer at Ulster University. Both are responsible for overseeing and supporting impact, but with different drivers and priorities.This episode was recorded live at the Impact Ignite 2025 conference, an event dedicated to sharing best practices and sparking new ideas among research impact professionals.Sarah, Kirsty, and Sean talk aboutHow supporting impact in a university compares to an independent research instituteThe power of embedding impact rather than seeing it as the ‘icing on the cake’Why trust and long-term relationships with researchers are keyPractical ways to spark impact including seed funding and cross-disciplinary peer learningFind out moreGet the transcript and timestamps on the episode webpageConnect with Kirsty on LinkedInConnect with Sean on LinkedInFind out more about the Impact Ignite event, the Research Impact Academy and listen to Tamika Heiden’s podcast episodeListen to the Hidden REF podcast episodeThanks to All Parties and Events for recording this episodeAbout Research AdjacentFollow Research Adjacent on LinkedIn or InstagramEmail a comment, question or suggestionLeave a voice notePost a review on PodchaserSign up to the Research Adjacent newsletterMentioned in this episode:Research Adjacent Directory Member of the Month: Clare Jonas, That Thinking FeelingWhat do you get if you cross an academic psychologist with a research communicator? Some amazing skills training workshops! Clare offers workshops which support researchers to develop knowledge and practical skills in three overlapping areas: research communication, taking care of ourselves and each other, and career skills for academia and beyond. They’re based on Clare's professional expertise, lived experience, evidence from psychology and related fields... and love of dad jokes! Find out more at https://www.thatthinkingfeeling.co.uk/ Leeds Research Adjacent Community NetworkingCome along to meet other research-adjacent folks in person at Brooklyn Bar in Leeds on Thursday 30 April 2026 from 5.30pm. Open to anyone who feels part of this world. Facilitated by podcast host Sarah McLusky. Find out more and sign up here https://researchadjacent.circle.so/c/open-events/leeds-research-adjacent-community-networking-4058c1

As the Research Adjacent podcast approaches its 3rd birthday, Sarah looks back on the past year and looks forward to 2026Sarah talks aboutWhat she does when she isn’t making the podcastTop episodes and notable moments from 2025Things she said she would do in 2025 vs what she actually didComing in 2026 – including live events and sponsorship opportunities All the links Sarah mentionsConnect with Sarah on LinkedIn or sign up for her events newsletter, Gathering with PurposeListen to Sarah’s personal playlist of new music in 2025Check out the Challenges mini-seriesTop episodes of the year – Policy Director Rosalind Gill and Influencing Others with Orla Kelly and Joanna RoyleHear Sarah’s story on the Papa PhD collaboration episodeLive event episodes – at the IRCC25 Conference, Festival of Hidden REF and the Academic Adventures podcastWorking with freelancers episode and the Research Adjacent DirectoryComplete this form to suggest a podcast guestBrowse the podcast back catalogue and take the quiz for personalised suggestionsGet in touch if you are interested in sponsoring or advertising on the podcast Did you know Sarah donates a tree for every episode published? This year we have planted 24 trees with rewilding charity Trees for Life. Visit the Research Adjacent virtual grove hereMentioned in this episode:Research Adjacent Directory Member of the Month: Clare Jonas, That Thinking FeelingWhat do you get if you cross an academic psychologist with a research communicator? Some amazing skills training workshops! Clare offers workshops which support researchers to develop knowledge and practical skills in three overlapping areas: research communication, taking care of ourselves and each other, and career skills for academia and beyond. They’re based on Clare's professional expertise, lived experience, evidence from psychology and related fields... and love of dad jokes! Find out more at https://www.thatthinkingfeeling.co.uk/ Leeds Research Adjacent Community NetworkingCome along to meet other research-adjacent folks in person at Brooklyn Bar in Leeds on Thursday 30 April 2026 from 5.30pm. Open to anyone who feels part of this world. Facilitated by podcast host Sarah McLusky. Find out more and sign up here https://researchadjacent.circle.so/c/open-events/leeds-research-adjacent-community-networking-4058c1

Katherine is championing science communication for its own sake as Director of the historic Royal InstitutionKatherine is the Director of The Royal Institution in London. The Royal Institution is the birthplace of science communication, having been founded in 1799 to 'introduce new technologies and teach science to the general public through lectures and demonstrations'. It is home to the iconic Christmas Lectures which celebrate their 200th year in 2025.Sarah and Katherine talk aboutWhy The Royal Institution means different things to different peopleThe iconic Christmas LecturesHow a phone-in science hotline kick-started her career in science communicationMaking space for awe and wonder, and why that might help tackle the anti-science narrative Find out moreRead the show notes on the Research Adjacent websiteConnect with Kathrine on LinkedIn or BlueSkyFind out more about The Royal Institution and its historyCheck if you can watch the Christmas Lectures recording livestream near you About Research AdjacentWhere are you listening from? Share a pic and tag @ResearchAdjacent on LinkedIn, Instagram or BlueSkyFill out the research-adjacent careers quizSign up to the Research Adjacent newsletterEmail a comment, question or suggestionLeave Sarah a voice messageMentioned in this episode:Research Adjacent Directory Member of the Month: Clare Jonas, That Thinking FeelingWhat do you get if you cross an academic psychologist with a research communicator? Some amazing skills training workshops! Clare offers workshops which support researchers to develop knowledge and practical skills in three overlapping areas: research communication, taking care of ourselves and each other, and career skills for academia and beyond. They’re based on Clare's professional expertise, lived experience, evidence from psychology and related fields... and love of dad jokes! Find out more at https://www.thatthinkingfeeling.co.uk/ Leeds Research Adjacent Community NetworkingCome along to meet other research-adjacent folks in person at Brooklyn Bar in Leeds on Thursday 30 April 2026 from 5.30pm. Open to anyone who feels part of this world. Facilitated by podcast host Sarah McLusky. Find out more and sign up here https://researchadjacent.circle.so/c/open-events/leeds-research-adjacent-community-networking-4058c1

Laura is prioritising collaboration over competition to help develop impactful research projects.Laura Breen is Research Development and Impact Manager at the University of Manchester where she helps bring together diverse, multi-partner research teams to tackle big challenges.Sarah and Laura talk aboutPrioritising collaboration over competition and convening creative relational spacesHer journey from museums and ceramics to universities and impactHow the impact agenda and REF are shaping research culture and even artistic practiceThe importance of empathy and intuition in how she worksFind out moreConnect with Laura on LinkedInLaura is leading on Engaged Research at the University of Manchester - you can see what this looks like via some case studies and videos on participatory research. The University of Manchester has also just released their strategy for 2025-35 which includes research impact as one of it's 5 main themes.Find out more about the Impact Ignite Conference that Laura is speaking at in late November 2025About Research AdjacentWhere are you listening from? Share a pic and tag @ResearchAdjacent on LinkedIn, Instagram or BlueSkyFill out the research-adjacent careers quizSign up to the Research Adjacent newsletterEmail a comment, question or suggestionLeave Sarah a voice messageMentioned in this episode:Research Adjacent Directory Member of the Month: Clare Jonas, That Thinking FeelingWhat do you get if you cross an academic psychologist with a research communicator? Some amazing skills training workshops! Clare offers workshops which support researchers to develop knowledge and practical skills in three overlapping areas: research communication, taking care of ourselves and each other, and career skills for academia and beyond. They’re based on Clare's professional expertise, lived experience, evidence from psychology and related fields... and love of dad jokes! Find out more at https://www.thatthinkingfeeling.co.uk/ Leeds Research Adjacent Community NetworkingCome along to meet other research-adjacent folks in person at Brooklyn Bar in Leeds on Thursday 30 April 2026 from 5.30pm. Open to anyone who feels part of this world. Facilitated by podcast host Sarah McLusky. Find out more and sign up here https://researchadjacent.circle.so/c/open-events/leeds-research-adjacent-community-networking-4058c1

Sarah reports from the Festival of Hidden REF held in Birmingham on 8 October 2025. This episode features contributions from organisers, speakers and participants includingHidden REF committee members Simon Hettrick and James Baker sharing the story behind the eventPrevious Hidden REF competition winners Laura Henderson and Lorraine van Blerk highlighting hidden roles in researchSpeaker Elisa Collado and participants Emily Ennis, Jo Williams and Alix Brodie-Wray and Nick Sheppard sharing their takeaways and what still might be missing from the conversationFind out moreRead the full show notes and transcript on the podcast websiteConnect with guests Simon Hettrick, James Baker, Laura Henderson, Lorraine van Blerk, Elisa Collado, Emily Ennis, Jo Williams and Alix Brodie-Wray or Nick SheppardFind out more about Hidden REF on their website or follow them on LinkedIn. You can find the list of hidden roles that Simon mentions here.Listen to the What the REF?! podcastAbout Research AdjacentWhere are you listening from? Share a pic and tag @ResearchAdjacent on LinkedIn, Instagram or BlueSkyFill out the research-adjacent careers quizSign up to the Research Adjacent newsletterEmail a comment, question or suggestionLeave Sarah a voice messageMentioned in this episode:Research Adjacent Directory Member of the Month: Clare Jonas, That Thinking FeelingWhat do you get if you cross an academic psychologist with a research communicator? Some amazing skills training workshops! Clare offers workshops which support researchers to develop knowledge and practical skills in three overlapping areas: research communication, taking care of ourselves and each other, and career skills for academia and beyond. They’re based on Clare's professional expertise, lived experience, evidence from psychology and related fields... and love of dad jokes! Find out more at https://www.thatthinkingfeeling.co.uk/ Leeds Research Adjacent Community NetworkingCome along to meet other research-adjacent folks in person at Brooklyn Bar in Leeds on Thursday 30 April 2026 from 5.30pm. Open to anyone who feels part of this world. Facilitated by podcast host Sarah McLusky. Find out more and sign up here https://researchadjacent.circle.so/c/open-events/leeds-research-adjacent-community-networking-4058c1

Johanna is a researcher developer on a mission.Johanna Stadlbauer is Head of the Research Careers Campus at the University of Graz in Austria, offering development and support for early to mid-career researchers.Sarah and Johanna talk aboutWhy she wants to make academia kinder and more fun, and what that looks like in practiceHow being proactive helped her progress from a maternity cover contract to essentially creating her own jobThe anthropology research and activism that underpins her approachThe importance of helping people feel seen, and free pizza!Find out moreRead the full show notes and transcript on the podcast websiteConnect with Johanna on LinkedInFind out more about the Research Careers Campus and Post-Doc Office including the Communities of Curiosity Festival in April 2026About Research AdjacentWhere are you listening from? Share a pic and tag @ResearchAdjacent on LinkedIn, Instagram or BlueSkyFill out the research-adjacent careers quizSign up to the Research Adjacent newsletterEmail a comment, question or suggestionLeave Sarah a voice messageMentioned in this episode:Leeds Research Adjacent Community NetworkingCome along to meet other research-adjacent folks in person at Brooklyn Bar in Leeds on Thursday 30 April 2026 from 5.30pm. Open to anyone who feels part of this world. Facilitated by podcast host Sarah McLusky. Find out more and sign up here https://researchadjacent.circle.so/c/open-events/leeds-research-adjacent-community-networking-4058c1 Research Adjacent Directory Member of the Month: Clare Jonas, That Thinking FeelingWhat do you get if you cross an academic psychologist with a research communicator? Some amazing skills training workshops! Clare offers workshops which support researchers to develop knowledge and practical skills in three overlapping areas: research communication, taking care of ourselves and each other, and career skills for academia and beyond. They’re based on Clare's professional expertise, lived experience, evidence from psychology and related fields... and love of dad jokes! Find out more at https://www.thatthinkingfeeling.co.uk/

This episode is a must listen for anyone who hires freelancers to support research projects or who is a freelancer themselves. It is packed with advice for making things run more smoothly – from contracts to cold-hard cash. We are also launching the Research Adjacent Directory listing service. Sarah is joined by fellow freelancers from the Research Adjacent Community including Limor Zwi-Dantsis, Russell Arnott, Sophie Morris, Naomi Tyrrell and Vittoria Danino, to talk about… Why hiring a freelancer can be a great decision Tips for working effectively with research-adjacent freelancers How much excellent specialists actually cost Where to find quality contractors Find out more Read the show notes and transcript on the podcast website Check out the Research Adjacent Directory Find out if the Research Adjacent Community is right for you Read Top 5 reasons to hire an independent research-adjacent professional Read Working effectively with research-adjacent freelancers Read How much do research-adjacent freelancers cost? Connect with Limor Zwi-Dantsis, Russell Arnott, Sophie Morris, Naomi Tyrrell and Vittoria Danino on LinkedIn About Research Adjacent What do you think of this episode? Share a screenshot with your thoughts and tag @ResearchAdjacent on LinkedIn, Instagram or BlueSky Fill out the research-adjacent careers quiz Sign up to the Research Adjacent newsletter Email a comment, question or suggestion Leave Sarah a voice message Mentioned in this episode:Leeds Research Adjacent Community NetworkingCome along to meet other research-adjacent folks in person at Brooklyn Bar in Leeds on Thursday 30 April 2026 from 5.30pm. Open to anyone who feels part of this world. Facilitated by podcast host Sarah McLusky. Find out more and sign up here https://researchadjacent.circle.so/c/open-events/leeds-research-adjacent-community-networking-4058c1 Research Adjacent Directory Member of the Month: Clare Jonas, That Thinking FeelingWhat do you get if you cross an academic psychologist with a research communicator? Some amazing skills training workshops! Clare offers workshops which support researchers to develop knowledge and practical skills in three overlapping areas: research communication, taking care of ourselves and each other, and career skills for academia and beyond. They’re based on Clare's professional expertise, lived experience, evidence from psychology and related fields... and love of dad jokes! Find out more at https://www.thatthinkingfeeling.co.uk/

Sarah reports from the International Research Culture Conference #IRCC25 which was held at the University of Warwick on 17 September 2025. It features contributions from Rika Nair, Alys Kay and Dolly Coates, as well as excerpts from Sarah's talk on professional development for research enablers. Sarah and her guests talk about Why the recognising the contributions of research-adjacent roles is a key research culture issue Challenges research-adjacent professionals can face when trying to make progress in their careers The System Shuffle game which aims to make the hidden labour in research teams more visible How the language used to describe research-adjacent roles influences how they are perceived Find out more Read the show notes and transcript on the podcast website Connect with Rika Nair, Alys Kay or Dolly Coates on LinkedIn Read Alys's LinkedIn post about the System Shuffle game Find out more about Research Culture Knowledge Exchange, IRCC25 and the work of the National Centre for Research Culture Read the Wellcome report 'What researcher's think about the culture they work in' About Research Adjacent Where are you listening from? Share a pic and tag @ResearchAdjacent on LinkedIn, Instagram or BlueSky Fill out the research-adjacent careers quiz Sign up to the Research Adjacent newsletter Email a comment, question or suggestion Leave Sarah a voice message Mentioned in this episode:Research Adjacent Directory Member of the Month: Clare Jonas, That Thinking FeelingWhat do you get if you cross an academic psychologist with a research communicator? Some amazing skills training workshops! Clare offers workshops which support researchers to develop knowledge and practical skills in three overlapping areas: research communication, taking care of ourselves and each other, and career skills for academia and beyond. They’re based on Clare's professional expertise, lived experience, evidence from psychology and related fields... and love of dad jokes! Find out more at https://www.thatthinkingfeeling.co.uk/ Leeds Research Adjacent Community NetworkingCome along to meet other research-adjacent folks in person at Brooklyn Bar in Leeds on Thursday 30 April 2026 from 5.30pm. Open to anyone who feels part of this world. Facilitated by podcast host Sarah McLusky. Find out more and sign up here https://researchadjacent.circle.so/c/open-events/leeds-research-adjacent-community-networking-4058c1

Esther Lisk-Carew is engagement coordinator for a programme called AHEAD (Arts and Humanities Engagement and Dialogue) at Manchester Metropolitan University. She is also a freelance consultant, trustee of Manchester's Portico Library and founder of the Black and Global Majority Cultural Creative Network.Sarah and Esther talk aboutHow she combines a love of storytelling and the arts with a talent for managing events and operationsWhy engagement is often baked into the methods and outputs of arts and humanitiesBuilding a career in the cultural sector (despite a detour into French law)Why academia needs more diverse voices, and high-profile cultural iconsFind out moreRead the show notes and transcript on the podcast websiteFind out about everything Esther is working on via her LinktreeFind AHEAD at MMU on the web, Linktree, LinkedIn and InstagramAbout Research AdjacentWhere are you listening from? Share a pic and tag @ResearchAdjacent on LinkedIn, Instagram or BlueSkyFill out the research-adjacent careers quizSign up to the Research Adjacent newsletterEmail a comment, question or suggestionLeave Sarah a voice messageMentioned in this episode:Leeds Research Adjacent Community NetworkingCome along to meet other research-adjacent folks in person at Brooklyn Bar in Leeds on Thursday 30 April 2026 from 5.30pm. Open to anyone who feels part of this world. Facilitated by podcast host Sarah McLusky. Find out more and sign up here https://researchadjacent.circle.so/c/open-events/leeds-research-adjacent-community-networking-4058c1 Research Adjacent Directory Member of the Month: Clare Jonas, That Thinking FeelingWhat do you get if you cross an academic psychologist with a research communicator? Some amazing skills training workshops! Clare offers workshops which support researchers to develop knowledge and practical skills in three overlapping areas: research communication, taking care of ourselves and each other, and career skills for academia and beyond. They’re based on Clare's professional expertise, lived experience, evidence from psychology and related fields... and love of dad jokes! Find out more at https://www.thatthinkingfeeling.co.uk/

Tamika Heiden is the founder and director of impact consultancy Research Impact Academy. Her company works with researchers around the globe and also runs the Research Impact Summit.Sarah and Tamika talk aboutHow her career and business evolved from research to knowledge translation to impactThe language and practice of impact around the worldOvercoming the mindset challenges that came with starting her own businessHow the current funding systems are holding back progressFind out moreRead the show notes and transcript on the podcast websiteConnect with Tamika on LinkedInSign up for the Research Impact SummitFind Research Impact Academy on the web, LinkedIn, Facebook, X, BlueSky, YouTube and InstagramAbout Research AdjacentFill out the research-adjacent careers quizSign up to the Research Adjacent newsletterFollow Research Adjacent on LinkedIn Instagram and BlueSkyEmail a comment, question or suggestionLeave Sarah a voice messageMentioned in this episode:Research Adjacent Directory Member of the Month: Clare Jonas, That Thinking FeelingWhat do you get if you cross an academic psychologist with a research communicator? Some amazing skills training workshops! Clare offers workshops which support researchers to develop knowledge and practical skills in three overlapping areas: research communication, taking care of ourselves and each other, and career skills for academia and beyond. They’re based on Clare's professional expertise, lived experience, evidence from psychology and related fields... and love of dad jokes! Find out more at https://www.thatthinkingfeeling.co.uk/ Leeds Research Adjacent Community NetworkingCome along to meet other research-adjacent folks in person at Brooklyn Bar in Leeds on Thursday 30 April 2026 from 5.30pm. Open to anyone who feels part of this world. Facilitated by podcast host Sarah McLusky. Find out more and sign up here https://researchadjacent.circle.so/c/open-events/leeds-research-adjacent-community-networking-4058c1

Anji Miller is Senior Partner for Academic Engagement at healthcare charity LifeArc. LifeArc help turn great research into real-world healthcare products – from bench to bedside.Sarah and Anji talk aboutTrusting her instincts, even when others didn't understand her career choiceEmbracing opportunities and making the next best moveWhy she is a passionate advocate for mentoring, EDI and STEM initiativesSeeing the impact of her work on patients and the people she has supportedFind out moreRead the show notes and transcript on the podcast websiteConnect with Anji on LinkedInFind out about LifeArcAbout Research AdjacentFill out the research-adjacent careers quizSign up to the Research Adjacent newsletterFollow Research Adjacent on LinkedIn Instagram and BlueSkyEmail a comment, question or suggestionLeave Sarah a voice messageMentioned in this episode:Research Adjacent Directory Member of the Month: Clare Jonas, That Thinking FeelingWhat do you get if you cross an academic psychologist with a research communicator? Some amazing skills training workshops! Clare offers workshops which support researchers to develop knowledge and practical skills in three overlapping areas: research communication, taking care of ourselves and each other, and career skills for academia and beyond. They’re based on Clare's professional expertise, lived experience, evidence from psychology and related fields... and love of dad jokes! Find out more at https://www.thatthinkingfeeling.co.uk/ Leeds Research Adjacent Community NetworkingCome along to meet other research-adjacent folks in person at Brooklyn Bar in Leeds on Thursday 30 April 2026 from 5.30pm. Open to anyone who feels part of this world. Facilitated by podcast host Sarah McLusky. Find out more and sign up here https://researchadjacent.circle.so/c/open-events/leeds-research-adjacent-community-networking-4058c1

Sarah's guest is impact consultant, Chris Pahlow. Based in Melbourne, Australia, Chris runs the consultancy business Amplifying Research and hosts the podcast of the same name.Sarah and Chris talk aboutBlagging his way into a university teaching position whilst an indie filmmakerWhy impact is really all about relationshipsBeing honest – even when it's not what people want to hearThe often-invisible work of research professional staffFind out moreRead the show notes and transcript on the podcast websiteConnect with Chris on LinkedInListen to the Amplifying Research podcastFind out about Chris's business Amplifying ResearchAbout Research AdjacentFill out the research-adjacent careers quizSign up to the Research Adjacent newsletterFollow Research Adjacent on LinkedIn Instagram and BlueSkyEmail a comment, question or suggestionLeave Sarah a voice messageMentioned in this episode:Leeds Research Adjacent Community NetworkingCome along to meet other research-adjacent folks in person at Brooklyn Bar in Leeds on Thursday 30 April 2026 from 5.30pm. Open to anyone who feels part of this world. Facilitated by podcast host Sarah McLusky. Find out more and sign up here https://researchadjacent.circle.so/c/open-events/leeds-research-adjacent-community-networking-4058c1 Research Adjacent Directory Member of the Month: Clare Jonas, That Thinking FeelingWhat do you get if you cross an academic psychologist with a research communicator? Some amazing skills training workshops! Clare offers workshops which support researchers to develop knowledge and practical skills in three overlapping areas: research communication, taking care of ourselves and each other, and career skills for academia and beyond. They’re based on Clare's professional expertise, lived experience, evidence from psychology and related fields... and love of dad jokes! Find out more at https://www.thatthinkingfeeling.co.uk/

Louise Jopling is the Chief Scientific and Innovation Officer at the Babraham Research Campus and Entrepreneur-in-Residence at the Babraham Institute.Sarah and Louise talk aboutHer career journey from immunology research to business leader and mentorWhy hearing about the real-world impact of health innovations still gives her goosebumpsThe Babraham Research Campus 'melting pot' which creates a unique environment for research commercialisation and collaborationFind out moreRead the show notes and transcript on the podcast websiteConnect to Louise on LinkedInFind out about the Babraham Research Campus and Babraham InstituteAbout Research AdjacentFill out the research-adjacent careers quizSign up to the Research Adjacent newsletterFollow Research Adjacent on LinkedIn Instagram and BlueSkyEmail a comment, question or suggestionLeave Sarah a voice messageMentioned in this episode:Leeds Research Adjacent Community NetworkingCome along to meet other research-adjacent folks in person at Brooklyn Bar in Leeds on Thursday 30 April 2026 from 5.30pm. Open to anyone who feels part of this world. Facilitated by podcast host Sarah McLusky. Find out more and sign up here https://researchadjacent.circle.so/c/open-events/leeds-research-adjacent-community-networking-4058c1 Research Adjacent Directory Member of the Month: Clare Jonas, That Thinking FeelingWhat do you get if you cross an academic psychologist with a research communicator? Some amazing skills training workshops! Clare offers workshops which support researchers to develop knowledge and practical skills in three overlapping areas: research communication, taking care of ourselves and each other, and career skills for academia and beyond. They’re based on Clare's professional expertise, lived experience, evidence from psychology and related fields... and love of dad jokes! Find out more at https://www.thatthinkingfeeling.co.uk/

Andy is a communications specialist who embraces using technology to help share research.Sarah and Andy talk aboutMaking himself so useful that a job was created especially for himUsing technology to solve problems and always trying to make things betterHow he evolved from bedroom radio host to pirate station DJ to podcasterBeing a lifelong learner and why more CPD time would benefit everyoneFind out moreRead the show notes and transcript on the podcast websiteCheck out Andy's Linktree for all his podcasts and articlesConnect to Andy on BlueSkyVisit Andy's websiteAbout Research Adjacent Fill out the research-adjacent careers quiz Sign up to the Research Adjacent newsletterFollow Research Adjacent on LinkedIn Instagram and BlueSky Email a comment, question or suggestion Leave Sarah a voice messageMentioned in this episode:Leeds Research Adjacent Community NetworkingCome along to meet other research-adjacent folks in person at Brooklyn Bar in Leeds on Thursday 30 April 2026 from 5.30pm. Open to anyone who feels part of this world. Facilitated by podcast host Sarah McLusky. Find out more and sign up here https://researchadjacent.circle.so/c/open-events/leeds-research-adjacent-community-networking-4058c1 Research Adjacent Directory Member of the Month: Clare Jonas, That Thinking FeelingWhat do you get if you cross an academic psychologist with a research communicator? Some amazing skills training workshops! Clare offers workshops which support researchers to develop knowledge and practical skills in three overlapping areas: research communication, taking care of ourselves and each other, and career skills for academia and beyond. They’re based on Clare's professional expertise, lived experience, evidence from psychology and related fields... and love of dad jokes! Find out more at https://www.thatthinkingfeeling.co.uk/

Stephen Britton, Health & Safety Officer (Episode 70)Sarah's guest for this episode is Stephen Britton. Stephen is currently a Biological Safety Officer at Durham University. Prior to that he spent over 20 years working for the UK Government's Health & Safety Executive.Sarah and Stephen talk aboutOur changing appetite for risk and what life might be like without health and safety regulationsSome of the major incidents he has investigatedWhy the constant churn of university research projects creates safety challengesThe far-reaching impact of his chosen career compared to staying in researchFind out moreRead the show notes and transcript on the podcast websiteConnect to Stephen on LinkedInAbout Research Adjacent Fill out the research-adjacent careers quiz Sign up to the Research Adjacent newsletterFollow Research Adjacent on LinkedIn Instagram and BlueSky Email a comment, question or suggestion Leave Sarah a voice messageMentioned in this episode:Research Adjacent Directory Member of the Month: Clare Jonas, That Thinking FeelingWhat do you get if you cross an academic psychologist with a research communicator? Some amazing skills training workshops! Clare offers workshops which support researchers to develop knowledge and practical skills in three overlapping areas: research communication, taking care of ourselves and each other, and career skills for academia and beyond. They’re based on Clare's professional expertise, lived experience, evidence from psychology and related fields... and love of dad jokes! Find out more at https://www.thatthinkingfeeling.co.uk/ Leeds Research Adjacent Community NetworkingCome along to meet other research-adjacent folks in person at Brooklyn Bar in Leeds on Thursday 30 April 2026 from 5.30pm. Open to anyone who feels part of this world. Facilitated by podcast host Sarah McLusky. Find out more and sign up here https://researchadjacent.circle.so/c/open-events/leeds-research-adjacent-community-networking-4058c1

Laura Evans-Hill, Visual Storyteller (Episode 69)Sarah's guest for this episode is Laura Evans-Hill. Laura is a visual storyteller and director of research communications agency Nifty-Fox Creative.Sarah and Laura talk aboutWhy combining visuals and storytelling can be such a powerful communication toolHow she works with researchers to turn illustrations into impactHer journey from accidental freelancer to agency directorWhat AI might mean for the future of research communicationFind out moreRead the show notes and transcript on the podcast websiteConnect to Laura on LinkedInFind out more about Nifty Fox Creative on their website, LinkedIn or BlueSkyCheck out the More Than Medals online exhibitionAbout Research Adjacent Fill out the research-adjacent careers quiz Sign up to the Research Adjacent newsletterFollow Research Adjacent on LinkedIn Instagram and BlueSky Email a comment, question or suggestion Leave Sarah a voice messageMentioned in this episode:Leeds Research Adjacent Community NetworkingCome along to meet other research-adjacent folks in person at Brooklyn Bar in Leeds on Thursday 30 April 2026 from 5.30pm. Open to anyone who feels part of this world. Facilitated by podcast host Sarah McLusky. Find out more and sign up here https://researchadjacent.circle.so/c/open-events/leeds-research-adjacent-community-networking-4058c1 Research Adjacent Directory Member of the Month: Clare Jonas, That Thinking FeelingWhat do you get if you cross an academic psychologist with a research communicator? Some amazing skills training workshops! Clare offers workshops which support researchers to develop knowledge and practical skills in three overlapping areas: research communication, taking care of ourselves and each other, and career skills for academia and beyond. They’re based on Clare's professional expertise, lived experience, evidence from psychology and related fields... and love of dad jokes! Find out more at https://www.thatthinkingfeeling.co.uk/

This is a special double episode. First up Sarah meets David Mendes, aka Papa PhD, medical writer/translator and host of the Beyond the Thesis podcast. Then the tables are turned and David interviews Sarah for the Beyond the Thesis podcast. Sarah and David talk about How networking led to both the career and podcast he has now The origin story of the Papa PhD podcast Why creating the podcast has helped him feel more confident The emotional and practical challenges of the post-PhD journey Then David and Sarah have a conversation about How Sarah transitioned from research to research-adjacent post-PhD Advocating for research-adjacent professionals Research-adjacent jobs and where to find them Why PhD graduates who want to become research-adjacent need to reframe both their skills and their expectations Find out more Read the transcript on the podcast website Connect to David on LinkedIn Visit the Papa PhD podcast website Follow the Papa PhD podcast on Instagram or X Connect to Sarah on LinkedIn About Research Adjacent Fill out the research-adjacent careers quiz Sign up to the Research Adjacent newsletter Follow Research Adjacent on LinkedIn Instagram and BlueSky Email a comment, question or suggestion Leave Sarah a voice message Mentioned in this episode:Research Adjacent Directory Member of the Month: Clare Jonas, That Thinking FeelingWhat do you get if you cross an academic psychologist with a research communicator? Some amazing skills training workshops! Clare offers workshops which support researchers to develop knowledge and practical skills in three overlapping areas: research communication, taking care of ourselves and each other, and career skills for academia and beyond. They’re based on Clare's professional expertise, lived experience, evidence from psychology and related fields... and love of dad jokes! Find out more at https://www.thatthinkingfeeling.co.uk/ Leeds Research Adjacent Community NetworkingCome along to meet other research-adjacent folks in person at Brooklyn Bar in Leeds on Thursday 30 April 2026 from 5.30pm. Open to anyone who feels part of this world. Facilitated by podcast host Sarah McLusky. Find out more and sign up here https://researchadjacent.circle.so/c/open-events/leeds-research-adjacent-community-networking-4058c1

It's the Easter holidays in the UK so this is a behind the scenes update with just Sarah. Sarah talks about The recent Challenges miniseries Upcoming episodes and future guests, including a special collaboration with Papa PhD The Research Adjacent Community for freelancers and the Research Adjacent Directory What she does when she's not podcasting and her Gathering with Purpose research events newsletter Find out more Read the transcript on the podcast website Connect with Sarah on LinkedIn Find out more about the Research Adjacent Community Sign up for Gathering with Purpose, Sarah's research events newsletter About Research Adjacent Fill out the research-adjacent careers quiz Sign up to the Research Adjacent newsletter Follow Research Adjacent on LinkedIn Instagram and BlueSky Email a comment, question or suggestion Leave Sarah a voice message Mentioned in this episode:Research Adjacent Directory Member of the Month: Clare Jonas, That Thinking FeelingWhat do you get if you cross an academic psychologist with a research communicator? Some amazing skills training workshops! Clare offers workshops which support researchers to develop knowledge and practical skills in three overlapping areas: research communication, taking care of ourselves and each other, and career skills for academia and beyond. They’re based on Clare's professional expertise, lived experience, evidence from psychology and related fields... and love of dad jokes! Find out more at https://www.thatthinkingfeeling.co.uk/ Leeds Research Adjacent Community NetworkingCome along to meet other research-adjacent folks in person at Brooklyn Bar in Leeds on Thursday 30 April 2026 from 5.30pm. Open to anyone who feels part of this world. Facilitated by podcast host Sarah McLusky. Find out more and sign up here https://researchadjacent.circle.so/c/open-events/leeds-research-adjacent-community-networking-4058c1

Rosalind Gill is Head of Policy and Engagement at the National Centre for Universities and Businesses (NCUB).Sarah and Rosalind talk aboutbringing people together to respond to big sector challengesthe realities of working in the sometimes-volatile political realmthe huge contribution universities make to the UK economywhy changing how people think often has more impact than any individual policyFind out moreRead the show notes and transcript on the podcast websiteConnect to Rosalind on LinkedIn or XFind out more about NCUB their website or LinkedIn or XAbout Research Adjacent Fill out the research-adjacent careers quiz Sign up to the Research Adjacent newsletterFollow Research Adjacent on LinkedIn Instagram and BlueSky Email a comment, question or suggestion Leave Sarah a voice messageIsGqsQ99nci7ahvx91VeMentioned in this episode:Leeds Research Adjacent Community NetworkingCome along to meet other research-adjacent folks in person at Brooklyn Bar in Leeds on Thursday 30 April 2026 from 5.30pm. Open to anyone who feels part of this world. Facilitated by podcast host Sarah McLusky. Find out more and sign up here https://researchadjacent.circle.so/c/open-events/leeds-research-adjacent-community-networking-4058c1 Research Adjacent Directory Member of the Month: Clare Jonas, That Thinking FeelingWhat do you get if you cross an academic psychologist with a research communicator? Some amazing skills training workshops! Clare offers workshops which support researchers to develop knowledge and practical skills in three overlapping areas: research communication, taking care of ourselves and each other, and career skills for academia and beyond. They’re based on Clare's professional expertise, lived experience, evidence from psychology and related fields... and love of dad jokes! Find out more at https://www.thatthinkingfeeling.co.uk/

This episode is about influencing others at work with Joanna Royle and Orla Kelly. Joanna is a Researcher Development Manager at the University of Glasgow. Orla is Scotland's Knowledge Exchange and Innovation Collaboration Manager based at the University of the West of Scotland. Sarah, Joanna and Orla talk about What the term influence means to them How the need to influence others shows up for research-adjacent professionals Examples of how they have used their influence at work Tips for influencing others, including more senior people Find out more Read the show notes and transcript on the podcast website Connect to Orla on LinkedIn Connect to Joanna on LinkedIn or via the University of Glasgow website Visit the University of Glasgow's Research Culture and Researcher Development team blog Listen to Orla's first appearance on Research Adjacent About Research Adjacent Fill out the research-adjacent careers quiz Sign up to the Research Adjacent newsletter Follow Research Adjacent on LinkedIn Instagram and BlueSky Email a comment, question or suggestion Leave Sarah a voice message Mentioned in this episode:Leeds Research Adjacent Community NetworkingCome along to meet other research-adjacent folks in person at Brooklyn Bar in Leeds on Thursday 30 April 2026 from 5.30pm. Open to anyone who feels part of this world. Facilitated by podcast host Sarah McLusky. Find out more and sign up here https://researchadjacent.circle.so/c/open-events/leeds-research-adjacent-community-networking-4058c1 Research Adjacent Directory Member of the Month: Clare Jonas, That Thinking FeelingWhat do you get if you cross an academic psychologist with a research communicator? Some amazing skills training workshops! Clare offers workshops which support researchers to develop knowledge and practical skills in three overlapping areas: research communication, taking care of ourselves and each other, and career skills for academia and beyond. They’re based on Clare's professional expertise, lived experience, evidence from psychology and related fields... and love of dad jokes! Find out more at https://www.thatthinkingfeeling.co.uk/

This episode is all about finding and building your community with networking expert Jeni Smith. Sarah and Jeni talk about Why everyone is feeling isolated and craving human connection How self-awareness can help you figure out what kind of community you want Where to look for people like you Ideas for nurturing and growing relationships Find out more Read the show notes and transcript on the podcast website Listen to Jeni's first appearance on Research Adjacent Connect to Jeni on LinkedIn Find networking events on NetworkWhere.com Check out the Research Adjacent Community for freelancers and small business owners About Research Adjacent Fill out the research-adjacent careers quiz Sign up to the Research Adjacent newsletter Follow Research Adjacent on LinkedIn Instagram and BlueSky Email a comment, question or suggestion Leave Sarah a voice message Mentioned in this episode:Research Adjacent Directory Member of the Month: Clare Jonas, That Thinking FeelingWhat do you get if you cross an academic psychologist with a research communicator? Some amazing skills training workshops! Clare offers workshops which support researchers to develop knowledge and practical skills in three overlapping areas: research communication, taking care of ourselves and each other, and career skills for academia and beyond. They’re based on Clare's professional expertise, lived experience, evidence from psychology and related fields... and love of dad jokes! Find out more at https://www.thatthinkingfeeling.co.uk/ Leeds Research Adjacent Community NetworkingCome along to meet other research-adjacent folks in person at Brooklyn Bar in Leeds on Thursday 30 April 2026 from 5.30pm. Open to anyone who feels part of this world. Facilitated by podcast host Sarah McLusky. Find out more and sign up here https://researchadjacent.circle.so/c/open-events/leeds-research-adjacent-community-networking-4058c1

This episode is all about navigating change in the research and higher education world. Sarah's guest is Andrew Millar, Head of Web Services at the University of Dundee. Sarah and Andrew talk about Seeing change as an evolution not a revolution Why open communication is essential for anyone managing change The importance of finding a sense of control amid change What changes are coming for higher education in 2025 and beyond Find out more Read the show notes and transcript on the podcast website Connect with Andrew on LinkedIn Andrew's Predictions for 2025 LinkedIn article Download the Career Compass worksheet About Research Adjacent Fill out the research-adjacent careers quiz Sign up to the Research Adjacent newsletter Follow Research Adjacent on LinkedIn Instagram and BlueSky Email a comment, question or suggestion Leave Sarah a voice message Mentioned in this episode:Research Adjacent Directory Member of the Month: Clare Jonas, That Thinking FeelingWhat do you get if you cross an academic psychologist with a research communicator? Some amazing skills training workshops! Clare offers workshops which support researchers to develop knowledge and practical skills in three overlapping areas: research communication, taking care of ourselves and each other, and career skills for academia and beyond. They’re based on Clare's professional expertise, lived experience, evidence from psychology and related fields... and love of dad jokes! Find out more at https://www.thatthinkingfeeling.co.uk/ Leeds Research Adjacent Community NetworkingCome along to meet other research-adjacent folks in person at Brooklyn Bar in Leeds on Thursday 30 April 2026 from 5.30pm. Open to anyone who feels part of this world. Facilitated by podcast host Sarah McLusky. Find out more and sign up here https://researchadjacent.circle.so/c/open-events/leeds-research-adjacent-community-networking-4058c1

This episode is all about imposter syndrome and how it shows up for research-adjacent professionals. Sarah's guest Jenny Brady is a coach and facilitator who previously featured in episode 16. Sarah and Jenny talk about Why Imposter moments are part of being human When working with researchers can trigger confidence issues Techniques for managing imposter moments including evidence-based reflection, reframing and focusing on strengths Find out more Read the show notes and transcript on the podcast website Connect with Jenny on LinkedIn Listen to Jenny's previous appearance on the podcast Download the Career Compass worksheet About Research Adjacent Fill out the research-adjacent careers quiz Sign up to the Research Adjacent newsletter Follow Research Adjacent on LinkedIn Instagram and BlueSky Email a comment, question or suggestion Leave Sarah a voice message Mentioned in this episode:Leeds Research Adjacent Community NetworkingCome along to meet other research-adjacent folks in person at Brooklyn Bar in Leeds on Thursday 30 April 2026 from 5.30pm. Open to anyone who feels part of this world. Facilitated by podcast host Sarah McLusky. Find out more and sign up here https://researchadjacent.circle.so/c/open-events/leeds-research-adjacent-community-networking-4058c1 Research Adjacent Directory Member of the Month: Clare Jonas, That Thinking FeelingWhat do you get if you cross an academic psychologist with a research communicator? Some amazing skills training workshops! Clare offers workshops which support researchers to develop knowledge and practical skills in three overlapping areas: research communication, taking care of ourselves and each other, and career skills for academia and beyond. They’re based on Clare's professional expertise, lived experience, evidence from psychology and related fields... and love of dad jokes! Find out more at https://www.thatthinkingfeeling.co.uk/

Holly helps PhD researchers navigate careers beyond academia.She is a PhD Careers Specialist at the University of Birmingham and creator of Post-Gradual: The PhD Careers Blog. Sarah and Holly talk aboutHow a nudge from a friend kick-started her careerThe shortage of research-specialist careers advisersNavigating life and work with a disabilityWhy we need better language to define roles in research and higher educationFind out moreRead the show notes and transcript on the podcast websiteConnect with Holly on LinkedIn or BlueSkyVisit Post-Gradual: The PhD Careers BlogAbout Research Adjacent Fill out the research-adjacent careers quiz Sign up to the Research Adjacent newsletterFollow Research Adjacent on LinkedIn Instagram and BlueSky Email a comment, question or suggestion Leave Sarah a voice messageMentioned in this episode:Leeds Research Adjacent Community NetworkingCome along to meet other research-adjacent folks in person at Brooklyn Bar in Leeds on Thursday 30 April 2026 from 5.30pm. Open to anyone who feels part of this world. Facilitated by podcast host Sarah McLusky. Find out more and sign up here https://researchadjacent.circle.so/c/open-events/leeds-research-adjacent-community-networking-4058c1 Research Adjacent Directory Member of the Month: Clare Jonas, That Thinking FeelingWhat do you get if you cross an academic psychologist with a research communicator? Some amazing skills training workshops! Clare offers workshops which support researchers to develop knowledge and practical skills in three overlapping areas: research communication, taking care of ourselves and each other, and career skills for academia and beyond. They’re based on Clare's professional expertise, lived experience, evidence from psychology and related fields... and love of dad jokes! Find out more at https://www.thatthinkingfeeling.co.uk/

Rachel is the author of Surviving and Thriving in Higher Education Professional Services, founder of The Bold Collective, and Senior Admissions Manager at Anglia Ruskin University.Sarah and Rachel talk aboutBeing a positive disruptor in higher educationWhy HE professional roles are invisible by designThe disparities between professional and academic contractsHer wish for HE professionals to speak up and speak outFind out moreRead the show notes and transcript on the podcast websiteConnect with Rachel on LinkedIn or via her websiteRead Rachel's book Surviving and Thriving in Higher Education Professional ServicesJoin one of Rachel's monthly workshopsAbout Research Adjacent Fill out the research-adjacent careers quiz Sign up to the Research Adjacent newsletterFollow Research Adjacent on LinkedIn Instagram and BlueSky Email a comment, question or suggestion Leave Sarah a voice messageMentioned in this episode:Research Adjacent Directory Member of the Month: Clare Jonas, That Thinking FeelingWhat do you get if you cross an academic psychologist with a research communicator? Some amazing skills training workshops! Clare offers workshops which support researchers to develop knowledge and practical skills in three overlapping areas: research communication, taking care of ourselves and each other, and career skills for academia and beyond. They’re based on Clare's professional expertise, lived experience, evidence from psychology and related fields... and love of dad jokes! Find out more at https://www.thatthinkingfeeling.co.uk/ Leeds Research Adjacent Community NetworkingCome along to meet other research-adjacent folks in person at Brooklyn Bar in Leeds on Thursday 30 April 2026 from 5.30pm. Open to anyone who feels part of this world. Facilitated by podcast host Sarah McLusky. Find out more and sign up here https://researchadjacent.circle.so/c/open-events/leeds-research-adjacent-community-networking-4058c1

For the last episode of 2024, Sarah is looking ahead to 2025 and sharing a sneak peek into what lies ahead. Sarah talks about A preview of upcoming episodes and a special mini-series The new research-adjacent careers quiz and making the podcast back catalogue more accessible Her half-written book on research adjacent careers New workshops and support for research-adjacent professionals Launching the Research Adjacent Community for self-employed folks Find out more Suggest a guest via this form Try out the research-adjacent careers quiz Sign up to the Research Adjacent newsletter Follow Research Adjacent on LinkedIn Instagram and now BlueSky See the list of workshops and training Sarah offers Come and join the Research Adjacent Community for freelancers Email a comment, question or suggestion Leave Sarah a voice message Theme music by Lemon Music Studios from Pixabay Mentioned in this episode:Leeds Research Adjacent Community NetworkingCome along to meet other research-adjacent folks in person at Brooklyn Bar in Leeds on Thursday 30 April 2026 from 5.30pm. Open to anyone who feels part of this world. Facilitated by podcast host Sarah McLusky. Find out more and sign up here https://researchadjacent.circle.so/c/open-events/leeds-research-adjacent-community-networking-4058c1 Research Adjacent Directory Member of the Month: Clare Jonas, That Thinking FeelingWhat do you get if you cross an academic psychologist with a research communicator? Some amazing skills training workshops! Clare offers workshops which support researchers to develop knowledge and practical skills in three overlapping areas: research communication, taking care of ourselves and each other, and career skills for academia and beyond. They’re based on Clare's professional expertise, lived experience, evidence from psychology and related fields... and love of dad jokes! Find out more at https://www.thatthinkingfeeling.co.uk/

Sarah looks back on memorable podcast moments from 2024 Sarah talks about How the second year of the podcast has been different from the first How the podcast has grown and evolved in 2024 What she has learned from Spotify Wrapped (yacht rock anyone?) and other podcast stats Most listened to episodes and memorable moments Episodes and links mentioned Suggest a guest via this form Research Adjacent at 50 celebration episode Most listened to episode of 2024 - Anthony Kavanagh, Patent Attorney Other popular and memorable episodes John Elvin, Industry Programme Manager Naomi Tyrrell, Research Consultant Kath Burton, Publishing Professional Helen White & Danni Elster, Experts by Experience Susan Shanks and Alice Millard, Archivists Sam Steele, Research Centre Managing Director David Wright, Exhibition Curator Helen Riding, NHS Research Manager For my podcast artwork of the year see Networking Expert, Jeni Smith's episode The Academic Adventures podcast Diversity in Research podcast - How being research adjacent can influence diversity in research Research Culture Uncovered (Episode 94) The role of podcasting in research culture and communications Find out what a 'ta-da' list is Find out more Follow Research Adjacent on LinkedIn and Instagram Sign up to the Research Adjacent newsletter Email a comment, question or suggestion Leave Sarah a voice message Theme music by Lemon Music Studios from Pixabay Mentioned in this episode:Leeds Research Adjacent Community NetworkingCome along to meet other research-adjacent folks in person at Brooklyn Bar in Leeds on Thursday 30 April 2026 from 5.30pm. Open to anyone who feels part of this world. Facilitated by podcast host Sarah McLusky. Find out more and sign up here https://researchadjacent.circle.so/c/open-events/leeds-research-adjacent-community-networking-4058c1 Research Adjacent Directory Member of the Month: Clare Jonas, That Thinking FeelingWhat do you get if you cross an academic psychologist with a research communicator? Some amazing skills training workshops! Clare offers workshops which support researchers to develop knowledge and practical skills in three overlapping areas: research communication, taking care of ourselves and each other, and career skills for academia and beyond. They’re based on Clare's professional expertise, lived experience, evidence from psychology and related fields... and love of dad jokes! Find out more at https://www.thatthinkingfeeling.co.uk/

Helen Riding is a research manager for the North of England Commissioning Support Unit and coordinator for the Research and Development Forum. She helps make primary care research easier so that more patients can benefitSarah and Helen talk aboutBeing the glue that holds the primary care research world togetherHow she went from graphic designer to research manager (via midwifery)Navigating redundancy and becoming a mature studentWhy she keeps the patient at the heart of everything she doesFind out moreRead the show notes and transcript on the podcast websiteConnect with Helen on LinkedIn, X or ResearchGateFind out about the NECS and the Research and Development ForumRead a recent paper on how being research-active improves healthcareAbout Research AdjacentFollow Research Adjacent on LinkedIn and Instagram Sign up to the Research Adjacent newsletter Email a comment, question or suggestionLeave Sarah a voice messageMentioned in this episode:Research Adjacent Directory Member of the Month: Clare Jonas, That Thinking FeelingWhat do you get if you cross an academic psychologist with a research communicator? Some amazing skills training workshops! Clare offers workshops which support researchers to develop knowledge and practical skills in three overlapping areas: research communication, taking care of ourselves and each other, and career skills for academia and beyond. They’re based on Clare's professional expertise, lived experience, evidence from psychology and related fields... and love of dad jokes! Find out more at https://www.thatthinkingfeeling.co.uk/ Leeds Research Adjacent Community NetworkingCome along to meet other research-adjacent folks in person at Brooklyn Bar in Leeds on Thursday 30 April 2026 from 5.30pm. Open to anyone who feels part of this world. Facilitated by podcast host Sarah McLusky. Find out more and sign up here https://researchadjacent.circle.so/c/open-events/leeds-research-adjacent-community-networking-4058c1

Jeni Smith is an academic networking expert and founder of NetKno.Sarah and Jeni talk aboutHow she turned her natural ability for connecting people into a careerWhy businesses and academics network for different reasonsWhat networking is really about – and it's not what most people thinkFinally finding the language to describe what she has been seeing in real life for 20 yearsFind out moreRead the show notes and transcript on the podcast websiteConnect with Jeni on LinkedInFollow NetKno on the web, LinkedIn and InstagramAbout Research AdjacentFollow Research Adjacent on LinkedIn and Instagram Sign up to the Research Adjacent newsletter Email a comment, question or suggestionLeave Sarah a voice messageMentioned in this episode:Leeds Research Adjacent Community NetworkingCome along to meet other research-adjacent folks in person at Brooklyn Bar in Leeds on Thursday 30 April 2026 from 5.30pm. Open to anyone who feels part of this world. Facilitated by podcast host Sarah McLusky. Find out more and sign up here https://researchadjacent.circle.so/c/open-events/leeds-research-adjacent-community-networking-4058c1 Research Adjacent Directory Member of the Month: Clare Jonas, That Thinking FeelingWhat do you get if you cross an academic psychologist with a research communicator? Some amazing skills training workshops! Clare offers workshops which support researchers to develop knowledge and practical skills in three overlapping areas: research communication, taking care of ourselves and each other, and career skills for academia and beyond. They’re based on Clare's professional expertise, lived experience, evidence from psychology and related fields... and love of dad jokes! Find out more at https://www.thatthinkingfeeling.co.uk/

Deb Lancaster is 'kind of a head of department' and leads research-facing teams at Genomics England. Genomics England provides genome sequencing for the NHS and maintains DNA databases for research.Sarah and Deb talk aboutWhy making a difference in the world has motivated her entire careerThe impact her teams and the data they manage is havingThat you never stop learning, or being scared sometimes, even after 30-years in workFind out moreRead the show notes and transcript on the podcast websiteListen to the Behind the Genes podcastFind out more about Genomics England on their website, Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTubeAbout Research AdjacentFollow the podcast on LinkedIn and Instagram Sign up to the podcast newsletter Email Sarah a comment, question or suggestionLeave Sarah a voice messageMentioned in this episode:Research Adjacent Directory Member of the Month: Clare Jonas, That Thinking FeelingWhat do you get if you cross an academic psychologist with a research communicator? Some amazing skills training workshops! Clare offers workshops which support researchers to develop knowledge and practical skills in three overlapping areas: research communication, taking care of ourselves and each other, and career skills for academia and beyond. They’re based on Clare's professional expertise, lived experience, evidence from psychology and related fields... and love of dad jokes! Find out more at https://www.thatthinkingfeeling.co.uk/ Leeds Research Adjacent Community NetworkingCome along to meet other research-adjacent folks in person at Brooklyn Bar in Leeds on Thursday 30 April 2026 from 5.30pm. Open to anyone who feels part of this world. Facilitated by podcast host Sarah McLusky. Find out more and sign up here https://researchadjacent.circle.so/c/open-events/leeds-research-adjacent-community-networking-4058c1

David Wright is an Assistant Curator at Durham University where he creates research-based exhibitions for university-owned museums and galleries.Sarah and David talk aboutFinding the stories, objects and experiences to hook visitorsWhy endless hours of people-watching were perfect preparation for being a curatorThe challenges of building a steady career in the museums sectorHis vision for more creative and radical exhibitionsFind out moreRead the show notes and transcript on the podcast websiteConnect with David via LinkedIn or the Durham University websiteExplore his online exhibitions including Catch Your Breath, Tunstall and the Tudors and Between Worlds.About Research AdjacentFollow the podcast on LinkedIn and Instagram Sign up to the podcast newsletter Email Sarah a comment, question or suggestionLeave Sarah a voice messageMentioned in this episode:Leeds Research Adjacent Community NetworkingCome along to meet other research-adjacent folks in person at Brooklyn Bar in Leeds on Thursday 30 April 2026 from 5.30pm. Open to anyone who feels part of this world. Facilitated by podcast host Sarah McLusky. Find out more and sign up here https://researchadjacent.circle.so/c/open-events/leeds-research-adjacent-community-networking-4058c1 Research Adjacent Directory Member of the Month: Clare Jonas, That Thinking FeelingWhat do you get if you cross an academic psychologist with a research communicator? Some amazing skills training workshops! Clare offers workshops which support researchers to develop knowledge and practical skills in three overlapping areas: research communication, taking care of ourselves and each other, and career skills for academia and beyond. They’re based on Clare's professional expertise, lived experience, evidence from psychology and related fields... and love of dad jokes! Find out more at https://www.thatthinkingfeeling.co.uk/

Kasia is project manager for the IgG4-TREAT Consortium at the Medical University of Vienna in Austria. She also created the podcast Science on Trial and Error.Sarah and Kasia talk aboutHer transition from researcher to research managerHow her podcast grew out of disillusionment with academiaWhy stepping away from research has made her feel more hopefulThe contribution research-adjacent roles can make to culture changeFind out more Read the show notes and transcript on the podcast websiteConnect with Kasia on LinkedInListen to the Science on Trial and Error podcast on LinkedIn, Instagram, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and wherever you listen to podcastsFind out more about the IgG4-TREAT Consortium on their website or LinkedInAbout Research AdjacentFollow the podcast on LinkedIn and Instagram Sign up to the podcast newsletter Email Sarah a comment, question or suggestionLeave Sarah a voice messageMentioned in this episode:Research Adjacent Directory Member of the Month: Clare Jonas, That Thinking FeelingWhat do you get if you cross an academic psychologist with a research communicator? Some amazing skills training workshops! Clare offers workshops which support researchers to develop knowledge and practical skills in three overlapping areas: research communication, taking care of ourselves and each other, and career skills for academia and beyond. They’re based on Clare's professional expertise, lived experience, evidence from psychology and related fields... and love of dad jokes! Find out more at https://www.thatthinkingfeeling.co.uk/ Leeds Research Adjacent Community NetworkingCome along to meet other research-adjacent folks in person at Brooklyn Bar in Leeds on Thursday 30 April 2026 from 5.30pm. Open to anyone who feels part of this world. Facilitated by podcast host Sarah McLusky. Find out more and sign up here https://researchadjacent.circle.so/c/open-events/leeds-research-adjacent-community-networking-4058c1

Maria uses her literary skills to communicate medical researchMaria Cohut is Feature Editor for the website Medical News Today and host of the In Conversation podcast.Sarah and Maria talk about:Finding good stories and why press releases are still importantHow she pivoted from English literature to medical journalismTransferable skills and redefining her identityWhy we all need to be more open-minded about career pathsFind out more Read the show notes and transcript on the podcast website Connect with Maria on LinkedInRead Maria's articles on Medical News Today including Lucid dreaming: Controlling the stories of sleep and The science behind lucid dreamingListen to the In Conversation podcastAbout Research AdjacentFollow the podcast on LinkedIn and Instagram Sign up to the podcast newsletter Email Sarah a comment, question or suggestionLeave Sarah a voice messageMentioned in this episode:Leeds Research Adjacent Community NetworkingCome along to meet other research-adjacent folks in person at Brooklyn Bar in Leeds on Thursday 30 April 2026 from 5.30pm. Open to anyone who feels part of this world. Facilitated by podcast host Sarah McLusky. Find out more and sign up here https://researchadjacent.circle.so/c/open-events/leeds-research-adjacent-community-networking-4058c1 Research Adjacent Directory Member of the Month: Clare Jonas, That Thinking FeelingWhat do you get if you cross an academic psychologist with a research communicator? Some amazing skills training workshops! Clare offers workshops which support researchers to develop knowledge and practical skills in three overlapping areas: research communication, taking care of ourselves and each other, and career skills for academia and beyond. They’re based on Clare's professional expertise, lived experience, evidence from psychology and related fields... and love of dad jokes! Find out more at https://www.thatthinkingfeeling.co.uk/

Ally Hughes is Project Manager for the Scottish Universities Life Sciences Alliance, also known as SULSA. SULSA fosters research collaborations between different organisations, different disciplines and even different countries.Sarah and Ally talk about:Her current role which keeps her connected to research with lots of variety and learning opportunitiesBrokering research collaborations between Scotland and Germany and tackling diversity in STEMHow an industrial placement and being a student rep for SULSA opened her eyes to the job possibilities beyond academiaMental health challenges, especially during her PhD, and the professional and personal support that pulled her throughWhy greater cooperation and collaboration are key to tackling massive global challengesFind out moreRead the show notes and transcript on the podcast website Connect with Ally on LinkedInFind out about SULSA on their website, Twitter, LinkedIn or InstagramAbout Research AdjacentFollow the podcast on LinkedIn and Instagram Sign up to the podcast newsletter Email Sarah a comment, question or suggestionLeave Sarah a voice messageMentioned in this episode:Research Adjacent Directory Member of the Month: Clare Jonas, That Thinking FeelingWhat do you get if you cross an academic psychologist with a research communicator? Some amazing skills training workshops! Clare offers workshops which support researchers to develop knowledge and practical skills in three overlapping areas: research communication, taking care of ourselves and each other, and career skills for academia and beyond. They’re based on Clare's professional expertise, lived experience, evidence from psychology and related fields... and love of dad jokes! Find out more at https://www.thatthinkingfeeling.co.uk/ Leeds Research Adjacent Community NetworkingCome along to meet other research-adjacent folks in person at Brooklyn Bar in Leeds on Thursday 30 April 2026 from 5.30pm. Open to anyone who feels part of this world. Facilitated by podcast host Sarah McLusky. Find out more and sign up here https://researchadjacent.circle.so/c/open-events/leeds-research-adjacent-community-networking-4058c1

Sarah is on holiday so we are revisiting an episode from April 2023 all about boundaries and work-life balance. Sarah talks about Why setting and holding boundaries can be particularly challenging in the research-adjacent world Setting boundaries and taking leave as a form of quiet activism Managing expectations and managing our own behaviour Why we are all, always, a work in progress Find out more Read the original show notes Follow the podcast on LinkedIn Send Sarah an email Leave Sarah a voice message Mentioned in this episode:Leeds Research Adjacent Community NetworkingCome along to meet other research-adjacent folks in person at Brooklyn Bar in Leeds on Thursday 30 April 2026 from 5.30pm. Open to anyone who feels part of this world. Facilitated by podcast host Sarah McLusky. Find out more and sign up here https://researchadjacent.circle.so/c/open-events/leeds-research-adjacent-community-networking-4058c1 Research Adjacent Directory Member of the Month: Clare Jonas, That Thinking FeelingWhat do you get if you cross an academic psychologist with a research communicator? Some amazing skills training workshops! Clare offers workshops which support researchers to develop knowledge and practical skills in three overlapping areas: research communication, taking care of ourselves and each other, and career skills for academia and beyond. They’re based on Clare's professional expertise, lived experience, evidence from psychology and related fields... and love of dad jokes! Find out more at https://www.thatthinkingfeeling.co.uk/

Sarah looks back on the first 50 episodes of Research Adjacent. Sarah invites a number of past guests to reflect on what being part of the podcast has mean to them. This includes Connecting with new people Self-reflection Embracing the term research-adjacent Boosting confidence Feeling like part of a community Giving something back What has Research Adjacent meant to you? Please let Sarah know! Comment on LinkedIn Send an email Leave a voice message Catch up on the guests featured in this episode Kirsty Ross, Public Engagement Professional (Episode 2) Orla Kelly, Knowledge Exchange Manager (Episode 9) Lorraine Coghill, Science Outreach Specialist (Episode 12) Jenny Brady, Coach & Facilitator (Episode 16) Ged Hall, Research Impact Specialist (Episode 19) Peter Barker, Audiovisual Content Creator (Episode 20) Alice Cann, Research Librarian (Episode 21) Simon Cutler, Business Relationship Manager (Episode 22) Steph Sinclair, Science Communications Manager (Episode 26) Saneeya Qureshi, Ipshita Ghose & Jennifer Leigh, Researcher Developers & Vitae Award Nominees (Episode 29) John Elvin, Industry Programme Manager (Episode 35) Sam Andrews, Consultant/Communicator (Episode 43) Claire Toogood, Research & Insights Manager (Episode 45) The Academic Adventures podcast Theme music by Lemon Music Studios from Pixabay Mentioned in this episode:Leeds Research Adjacent Community NetworkingCome along to meet other research-adjacent folks in person at Brooklyn Bar in Leeds on Thursday 30 April 2026 from 5.30pm. Open to anyone who feels part of this world. Facilitated by podcast host Sarah McLusky. Find out more and sign up here https://researchadjacent.circle.so/c/open-events/leeds-research-adjacent-community-networking-4058c1 Research Adjacent Directory Member of the Month: Clare Jonas, That Thinking FeelingWhat do you get if you cross an academic psychologist with a research communicator? Some amazing skills training workshops! Clare offers workshops which support researchers to develop knowledge and practical skills in three overlapping areas: research communication, taking care of ourselves and each other, and career skills for academia and beyond. They’re based on Clare's professional expertise, lived experience, evidence from psychology and related fields... and love of dad jokes! Find out more at https://www.thatthinkingfeeling.co.uk/

Katrina is Head of Tutor Engagement at The Brilliant Club, a charity which places PhD students in schools to support less advantaged pupils.Sarah and Katrina talk aboutWhy teaching research to school pupils is amazing for skills developmentHow the instability of early career academia led her to a research-adjacent pathThe Brilliant Club's mission to tackle inequality through educationEmbracing the responsibilities of being a people managerFind out more Read the full show notes on the podcast website Connect with Katrina on LinkedIn or X (Twitter)Find out about The Brilliant Club on their website, LinkedIn or X/TwitterAbout Research AdjacentFollow the podcast on LinkedIn and Instagram Sign up to the podcast newsletterEmail Sarah a comment, question or suggestionLeave Sarah a voice messageMentioned in this episode:Research Adjacent Directory Member of the Month: Clare Jonas, That Thinking FeelingWhat do you get if you cross an academic psychologist with a research communicator? Some amazing skills training workshops! Clare offers workshops which support researchers to develop knowledge and practical skills in three overlapping areas: research communication, taking care of ourselves and each other, and career skills for academia and beyond. They’re based on Clare's professional expertise, lived experience, evidence from psychology and related fields... and love of dad jokes! Find out more at https://www.thatthinkingfeeling.co.uk/ Leeds Research Adjacent Community NetworkingCome along to meet other research-adjacent folks in person at Brooklyn Bar in Leeds on Thursday 30 April 2026 from 5.30pm. Open to anyone who feels part of this world. Facilitated by podcast host Sarah McLusky. Find out more and sign up here https://researchadjacent.circle.so/c/open-events/leeds-research-adjacent-community-networking-4058c1

Helen White and Danni Elster are both volunteers for the Peaches Womb Cancer Trust Patient Voices group and are using their own experiences to help improve womb cancer research.Sarah, Helen and Danni talk aboutHow the group grew from one voice to Patient VoicesThe difference they have made to research especially around language and ethicsWhy contributing to research can help bring meaning and comfort following a cancer diagnosisWhat research teams could be doing to work more effectively with patientsFind out more Read the full show notes on the podcast website Connect with Helen via LinkedIn or emailFind out about Peaches Trust and Peaches Trust Patient VoicesContribute to the 50th Episode by 30 July 2024 Leave a voice message via SpeakPipeAbout Research AdjacentFollow the podcast on LinkedIn and Instagram Sign up to the podcast newsletter Email Sarah a comment, question or suggestionLeave Sarah a voice messageTheme music by Lemon Music Studios from PixabayMentioned in this episode:Research Adjacent Directory Member of the Month: Clare Jonas, That Thinking FeelingWhat do you get if you cross an academic psychologist with a research communicator? Some amazing skills training workshops! Clare offers workshops which support researchers to develop knowledge and practical skills in three overlapping areas: research communication, taking care of ourselves and each other, and career skills for academia and beyond. They’re based on Clare's professional expertise, lived experience, evidence from psychology and related fields... and love of dad jokes! Find out more at https://www.thatthinkingfeeling.co.uk/ Leeds Research Adjacent Community NetworkingCome along to meet other research-adjacent folks in person at Brooklyn Bar in Leeds on Thursday 30 April 2026 from 5.30pm. Open to anyone who feels part of this world. Facilitated by podcast host Sarah McLusky. Find out more and sign up here https://researchadjacent.circle.so/c/open-events/leeds-research-adjacent-community-networking-4058c1

Christian is the founder and Managing Director of the BioMed X Institute in Heidelberg, Germany. BioMedX recruits early career researchers to work on big future health challenges.Sarah and Christian talk aboutWhy he jumped straight into entrepreneurship after his PhDThe biggest lessons he's learned from multiple venturesHis current role as a 'guardian of time'The importance of mentors and mentoringFind out moreRead the full show notes and get the transcript on the podcast webpage Connect with Christian on LinkedInFind out about the BioMed X InstituteIf you enjoyed this episode you might also like the Academic Adventures podcastAbout Research AdjacentFollow the podcast on LinkedIn and Instagram Sign up to the podcast newsletter Email Sarah a comment, question or suggestionLeave Sarah a voice messageTheme music by Lemon Music Studios from PixabayMentioned in this episode:Leeds Research Adjacent Community NetworkingCome along to meet other research-adjacent folks in person at Brooklyn Bar in Leeds on Thursday 30 April 2026 from 5.30pm. Open to anyone who feels part of this world. Facilitated by podcast host Sarah McLusky. Find out more and sign up here https://researchadjacent.circle.so/c/open-events/leeds-research-adjacent-community-networking-4058c1 Research Adjacent Directory Member of the Month: Clare Jonas, That Thinking FeelingWhat do you get if you cross an academic psychologist with a research communicator? Some amazing skills training workshops! Clare offers workshops which support researchers to develop knowledge and practical skills in three overlapping areas: research communication, taking care of ourselves and each other, and career skills for academia and beyond. They’re based on Clare's professional expertise, lived experience, evidence from psychology and related fields... and love of dad jokes! Find out more at https://www.thatthinkingfeeling.co.uk/

Jade is Senior Science and Health Press Officer at The Brain Tumour Charity. Jade keeps people affected by brain tumours, supporters, researchers and other partners informed about the latest charity-funded research.Sarah and Jade talk aboutHow a chemistry teacher crushed her dreams of becoming a vetTransferable skills and learning on the jobPrioritising human connection over scienceWhy good research communication is essential for charities that rely on donations and fundraisingFind out moreRead the full show notes and transcript on the podcast webpage Connect with Jade on Twitter or LinkedInFind out about The Brain Tumour CharityAbout Research AdjacentFollow the podcast on LinkedIn and InstagramSign up to the podcast newsletterSuggest guests or topics for the podcast on this formEmail Sarah with a comment or question Record a voice message for SarahTheme music by Lemon Music Studios from PixabayMentioned in this episode:Leeds Research Adjacent Community NetworkingCome along to meet other research-adjacent folks in person at Brooklyn Bar in Leeds on Thursday 30 April 2026 from 5.30pm. Open to anyone who feels part of this world. Facilitated by podcast host Sarah McLusky. Find out more and sign up here https://researchadjacent.circle.so/c/open-events/leeds-research-adjacent-community-networking-4058c1 Research Adjacent Directory Member of the Month: Clare Jonas, That Thinking FeelingWhat do you get if you cross an academic psychologist with a research communicator? Some amazing skills training workshops! Clare offers workshops which support researchers to develop knowledge and practical skills in three overlapping areas: research communication, taking care of ourselves and each other, and career skills for academia and beyond. They’re based on Clare's professional expertise, lived experience, evidence from psychology and related fields... and love of dad jokes! Find out more at https://www.thatthinkingfeeling.co.uk/

Claire Toogood is Research & Insights Manager for AGCAS, the Association of Graduate Careers Advisory Services. She develops HE careers advisors and careers advice through research.Sarah and Claire talk aboutWhy research is valuable currency in universitiesHer squiggly career journey through both research and research-adjacent worldsThriving in varied roles and small organisationsWhy everyone needs more time to thinkFind out moreRead the full show notes on the podcast webpage Connect with Claire on LinkedInFind out more about Claire's case study training on 3 July 2024Follow the podcast on LinkedIn and InstagramSuggest guests or topics for the podcast on this formTheme music by Lemon Music Studios from PixabayMentioned in this episode:Leeds Research Adjacent Community NetworkingCome along to meet other research-adjacent folks in person at Brooklyn Bar in Leeds on Thursday 30 April 2026 from 5.30pm. Open to anyone who feels part of this world. Facilitated by podcast host Sarah McLusky. Find out more and sign up here https://researchadjacent.circle.so/c/open-events/leeds-research-adjacent-community-networking-4058c1 Research Adjacent Directory Member of the Month: Clare Jonas, That Thinking FeelingWhat do you get if you cross an academic psychologist with a research communicator? Some amazing skills training workshops! Clare offers workshops which support researchers to develop knowledge and practical skills in three overlapping areas: research communication, taking care of ourselves and each other, and career skills for academia and beyond. They’re based on Clare's professional expertise, lived experience, evidence from psychology and related fields... and love of dad jokes! Find out more at https://www.thatthinkingfeeling.co.uk/

Anthony Kavanagh is currently Senior Patent Counsel at Key Patent Innovations Ltd in Dublin, Ireland. He helps researchers to monetise innovation including applying for patents and brokering licensing deals.Sarah and Anthony talk aboutWhy patents are important for anyone developing new technologies – including researcherHis transition from medical physics to patent lawGetting through the famously hard patent attorney examsWhy he got slightly obsessed with medical staplersFind out moreRead the full show notes on the podcast webpageConnect with Anthony via his company profile or LinkedInFollow the podcast on LinkedIn and InstagramSuggest guests or topics for the podcast on this formTheme music by Lemon Music Studios from PixabayMentioned in this episode:Leeds Research Adjacent Community NetworkingCome along to meet other research-adjacent folks in person at Brooklyn Bar in Leeds on Thursday 30 April 2026 from 5.30pm. Open to anyone who feels part of this world. Facilitated by podcast host Sarah McLusky. Find out more and sign up here https://researchadjacent.circle.so/c/open-events/leeds-research-adjacent-community-networking-4058c1 Research Adjacent Directory Member of the Month: Clare Jonas, That Thinking FeelingWhat do you get if you cross an academic psychologist with a research communicator? Some amazing skills training workshops! Clare offers workshops which support researchers to develop knowledge and practical skills in three overlapping areas: research communication, taking care of ourselves and each other, and career skills for academia and beyond. They’re based on Clare's professional expertise, lived experience, evidence from psychology and related fields... and love of dad jokes! Find out more at https://www.thatthinkingfeeling.co.uk/