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Technician Commitment @tech-commit.bsky.social · 1d

100s of technicians start their mentoring journey

The Cross Institution Mentoring Scheme (CIMS-T), led by Dorothea Mangels, Lisa Bedder, and Trevor Hardy, offers specialist mentoring support for technical professionals

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Technician Commitment @tech-commit.bsky.social · 7d

A very warm welcome to Pirbright Institute.

This world-leading centre of excellence in the research and surveillance of viral diseases of livestock and viruses that spread from animals to humans has joined the Technician Commitment community.

Technician Commitment @tech-commit.bsky.social · 9d

Our next signatory event will be on 18 November 2025 in London. Technician Commitment leads have been sent an invite with the link and password to register.

Places are limited to one representative per institution. If you'd like to join the waiting list, please email [email protected]

Technician Commitment @tech-commit.bsky.social · 22d

Interested in hosting your first industry placement?

100's of technical professionals are already helping young people get valuable hands-on experience through #TLevels industry placements.

Download the free report and toolkit here: itss.org.uk/support-for-...

Technician Commitment @tech-commit.bsky.social · Sep 5

Outstanding Technician of the Year 2025 shortlist:
Jiteen Ahmed Aston University
Alex Laude Newcastle University
Helena Brown Uni of Leeds
Joe Rees-Jones Uni of York
John Nicolson Uni of Cambridge
Kate Robinson Harper Adams Uni
Linda Lightley Northumbria Uni
Phil Chaplain Robert Gordon Uni

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Technician Commitment @tech-commit.bsky.social · Sep 2

@uk-itss.bsky.social is gathering research data from UK LGBTQIA+ technical professionals

10 min survey, 28 questions on comfort and inclusion at work, career progression, bullying and harassment and support at work. Respondents can win £100

👉 Take part research.shift-insight.co.uk/ITSS-LGBTQIA...

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Technician Commitment @tech-commit.bsky.social · Aug 29

The best way to stay up-to-date with Technician Commitment opportunities, events and news is via our newsletter! Sent out seasonally so you're inboxes stay light.

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Technician Commitment @tech-commit.bsky.social · Aug 19

AutumnFest is an online learning festival for technical professionals working in UK universities and research institutes taking place 8-12 September. Register for a workshop (or several!) here: itss.org.uk/free-learnin...

Free learning and development workshops at AutumnFest - UK ITSS

AutumnFest is an online learning festival for technical professionals working in UK universities and research institutes.

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Technician Commitment @tech-commit.bsky.social · Aug 11

Registrations for the @rsc.org Technician Commitment relaunch event close 15 August. Don't miss out on this free event honouring their five-year support of the Technician Commitment.

Places are limited, and travel bursaries up to £200 are available: www.rsc.org/events/detai...

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The UK Institute for Technical Skills & Strategy @uk-itss.bsky.social · Aug 1

Today we celebrate two years of impact.

Together with @tech-commit.bsky.social we've continued to champion technical talent, shape national policy, and support organisations

📸 The team behind our learning and development courses, research and policy, events and operations (Credit Alex Wilkinson)

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Technician Commitment @tech-commit.bsky.social · Aug 6

The CASES Technical Special Interest Group (TSIG) is hosting its first in person event on 4 September, open to all who seek to empower and support technical colleagues in sport, health and exercise science.

Registration is free and closes on 20 Aug: bases-live.workbooks.com/process/1QDN...

Technician Commitment @tech-commit.bsky.social · Jul 29

Register for the Technicians in Materials Innovation Conference hosted by the National Technical Platform for Materials Innovation (NTPMI) taking place 5 September! Open to Research Technical Professionals (RTPs) working in #materials science in the UK. www.royce.ac.uk/events/ntpmi...

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Technician Commitment @tech-commit.bsky.social · Jul 21

Bookings are now open for AutumnFest, a free online learning festival taking place Sep 8-12, hosted by @uk-itss.bsky.social. This year's line up features workshops on building resilience, career guidance, coaching conversations and more.

Register here: itss.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?...

AutumnFest 2025

UK ITSS is proud to be running AutumnFest for technical professionals in Sept 2025. We've got free sessions on career development, technical teaching, project management and more. Open to all UK techn...

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Technically Edinburgh Podcast @technicallyedin.bsky.social · Jul 21

🎙️New Episode!🎙️

Don't miss our newest episode, a live recording of our #HETS2025 workshop with the amazing Kelly Vere from @tech-commit.bsky.social

www.buzzsprout.com/2388868/epis...

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Babraham Institute @babrahaminst.bsky.social · Jul 11

AWARD NEWS | Following Simon's award for Contribution to Research in the #PapinPrizes, our article covers just a slice of Simon's impact on the Institute's research, on #bioinformatics and on empowering researchers across the world by demystifying data analysis.

www.babraham.ac.uk/news/2025/07...

Dr Simon Andrews, Head of Bioinformatics at the Babraham Institute, holding a certificate and an award for the 2025 Papin Prize for Contribution to Research. Image courtesy of The UK Institute for Technical Skills and Strategy. Photography by Alex Wilkinson Media.

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Technician Commitment @tech-commit.bsky.social · Jul 10

Latest report published by @uk-itss.bsky.social showcases 12 case studies from institutions hosting T Level students

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Earlham Institute @earlhaminst.bsky.social · Jul 9

We're proud to support T Level Students at the Earlham Institute and a new report from @uk-itss.bsky.social today showcases the impact of industry placements for supporting young people to thrive in a range of scientific careers. 🥼

🔗 buff.ly/7JMmK1V?

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T Level industry placements in higher education and research

Sector insights and practical guidance

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Technician Commitment @tech-commit.bsky.social · Jul 10

Thanks for joining us yesterday!

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gdawes.bsky.social @gdawes.bsky.social · Jul 9

Had the best time at #HETS today. Brilliant workshops, inspiring talks and of course excellent grub! #technicansmakeithappen

@sotonbiosciences.bsky.social @tech-commit.bsky.social @unisotontechs.bsky.social

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Technician Commitment @tech-commit.bsky.social · Jul 7

The technical community is invited to join @rsc.org on 3 September at Burlington House to celebrate five years of their support of the Technician Commitment.

The event is free to attend with limited travel bursaries available. More info and register: www.rsc.org/events/detai...

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The UK Institute for Technical Skills & Strategy @uk-itss.bsky.social · Jul 1

Next week #HETS2025 celebrates its tenth anniversary year.

It's the longest-running event dedicated to celebrating and recognising achievements of technical professionals in #highered and #research and we're proud to deliver it alongside Midlands Innovation

Midlands Innovation @midlandsinnovation.bsky.social · Jun 30

10 years ago today, Midlands Innovation launched #HETS and the #PapinPrizes to celebrate the work of technicians in HE & research. Today we reflect on past winners and look ahead to doing it all again at #HETS2025
#10YearsofImpact

A group photo showing about 28 diverse people standing closely together indoors, many holding plaques or trophies. Above the photo, large text reads: "10 YEARS SINCE MIDLANDS INNOVATION LAUNCHED HETS AND THE PAPIN PRIZE." Below that, smaller text says: "10 years of championing and celebrating the role of technicians." In the bottom left, a yellow arrow-shaped block contains text inviting viewers to "Meet some outstanding past winners whose expertise, knowledge and dedication have helped elevate the visibility of technicians." Logos for UK Higher Education Technicians Summit (HETS), UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), and Midlands Innovation 10 Years of Impact appear at the top of the image.

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Technician Commitment @tech-commit.bsky.social · Jun 23

SUMMER NEWSLETTER: Catch up on key dates for award nominations and funding opportunities, register for our next signatory event and save the date for this year's AutumnFest

Read more: us12.campaign-archive.com?u=99729983b6...
Subscribe: techniciancommitment.us12.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=...

Welcome to our newest member institutions!

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Technician Commitment @tech-commit.bsky.social · Jun 18

Our seasonal newsletters provide key updates on signatory and supporter events, upcoming funding and development opportunities and sector news catered to technical leaders working in higher education and research. Don't miss the next one and subscribe: eepurl.com/iTx2WM

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Technician Commitment @tech-commit.bsky.social · Jun 13

#HETS2025 workshop sign ups are now live! Register for your three preferred workshops before the event: itss.org.uk/higher-educa...

Technician Commitment @tech-commit.bsky.social · Jun 11

Cross-institution mentoring scheme applications close this Friday!

Learn from an experienced technical professional, who understands your role and can help you achieve your career goals. Mentors are matched across UK-wide universities and research institutions to offer specialist mentoring support.

The UK Institute for Technical Skills & Strategy @uk-itss.bsky.social · Jun 6

OPPORTUNITY | Need a mentor who understands your technical role?

💡 Our free mentoring scheme is made by technicians, for technicians

👥 Join as a mentee or support others as a mentor

➡️ Learn more and sign up buff.ly/PnlbZuq

📅 Closes 13 June

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Technician Commitment @tech-commit.bsky.social · Jun 2

One week left to nominate! This is an excellent way to recognise a technical professional on your team whose gone above and beyond their day-to-day responsibilities.

Nominations close on 9 June: the-awards.co.uk/2025/en/page...

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