Career Support and Development
Medicine ULisboa for Health, Clinical Research and Innovation - MUHCRI
Supporting researchers at
every stage of their career
journey
We support researchers in building meaningful and sustainable careers across the diverse landscape of academia, clinical practice, industry, leadership, entrepreneurship, and innovation.
Our approach focuses on providing personalised guidance, structured career support, and development opportunities tailored to different ambitions, career stages, and research communities.
Through mentoring, career guidance, and community-building initiatives, we aim to foster an inclusive and collaborative research culture that empowers researchers to grow, lead, and create impact.
WHAT WE DO
Support career planning and progression
We provide regular progress and career-dedicated meetings to help researchers reflect on their goals, identify development opportunities, and plan their next career steps.
Deliver tailored training plans
Facilitate career transitions
We offer structured support for key career transition moments, including applications to PhD fellowships, preparation for new research roles, and guidance for future academic and professional opportunities.
Promote mentoring opportunities
Through our mentoring programme we aim to connect early-career researchers with experienced professionals, fostering guidance, knowledge-sharing, and professional growth.
Develop tailored career pathways
We work closely with different research communities to develop career development approaches and plans adapted to their specific needs, challenges, and professional contexts.
Encourage sustainable research careers
Through continuous support, personalised guidance, and development opportunities, we aim to foster an inclusive and supportive research environment where researchers can grow, thrive, and achieve meaningful impact.
Mentoring
Connecting early-career researchers with experienced mentors to support growth, confidence, and career progression.
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