Join C-DICE and Energy Research Accelerator (ERA) for this practical workshop is designed for researchers who are curious about consultancy but are unsure where to start. It demystifies what consultancy actually involves and how academic skills translate into paid advisory, research and evaluation work beyond the university.

Participants will explore different consultancy models, how to position their expertise for non-academic clients, and the practical realities of finding work, pricing, and managing projects. The session also covers common pitfalls for first-time consultants. By the end of the workshop, attendees will have a clearer sense of whether consultancy is right for them and a realistic, actionable starting point for moving from academic expertise to external consultancy work.

Date and time:

Thursday 12 February 2026, 13:00-15:00, Online via Zoom

Presenter biography:

Dr Naomi Tyrrell is an ICF Accredited Coach and runs Europe’s largest advice network for alternative-to-academic careers. After 18 years in academia, Naomi now runs an evaluation consultancy and training business. She is passionate about helping people and organisations develop their strengths and navigate periods of growth, offering expertise in areas such as programme monitoring, evaluation, organisational development AI training and executive coaching.

Eligibility:

This event is open to postdocs, final-stage PhDs from UK universities and ERA associated PhD students.

How to register:

Please register your interest via How to Do Consultancy: 12 February 2026, 13:00-15:00 – C-DICE and clicking the Book Online button in that link.

We will contact you by email if we need further information or if we are unable to offer you a place. If your registration is successful, you will receive an Outlook calendar invitation confirming your place at the workshop.