Localised and Institution-wide forums for Research Technical Professionals (RTProfs)
RTProf_Forums Meetings 2026
Lunch / Coffee break series, which brings together research technicians from across campuses to share experiences, build networks, and support professional development.
These forums are primarily aimed at colleagues who are part of the Specialist pathway (typically grades 5–9). However, the meetings are open to anyone with an interest in specialist technical roles, including those who may be considering this pathway in the future.
The current organisers are:
- Ma毛lle Lorvellec (Lead, Gibbet Hill, WMS) – Maelle.Lorvellec@warwick.ac.uk
- Jessica Fannon (Wellesbourne / Innovation Campus, Life Sciences) – Jessica.Fannon.1@warwick.ac.uk
- Edward Hodierne (Central Campus, WMG) – Edward.Hodierne@warwick.ac.uk
- Joanna Drozd (Central Campus, Chemistry) – J.drozd@warwick.ac.uk
Joining for the First Time?
If you haven鈥檛 attended before, please contact your local organiser to be added to the mailing list or fill in the Sign-in form.
馃帀 RTProf Lunch / Coffee – Wednesday 1st July 2026, 12:00–13:00
The final RTProf Lunch / Coffee before the summer break will take place on Wednesday 1st July, from 12:00 to 13:00, running simultaneously across all campuses.
This informal, drop-in session is a chance to reconnect with your colleagues, meeting fellow technician specialists, and welcoming new members to the RTProf community. You are welcome to join for 30–60 minutes, depending on availability.
馃嵔锔� What to Bring
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Your own lunch and/or drink
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A technician colleague who is new to RTProf
鉁� What to Expect
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A relaxed and friendly environment
- Activity to be confirmed soon
馃搷 Locations
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Gibbet Hill – T0.08, Gibbet Hill Clinical Trials Unit
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Wellesbourne / Innovation Campus – Coffee Room, Prince Philip Building
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Central Campus – C5.06, 5th floor C-block Chemistry Department.
A local calendar invite will be issued shortly.
See you on 1st of July for another engaging RTProf session. 馃殌
Ma毛lle, Jess, Ed, Joanna and James
Previous RTProf meetings : 15/04/2026; 03/02/2026; 02/12/2025; 24/09/2025; 06/05/2025; 04/02/2025; 06/11/2024; 10/09/2024; 20/03/2024; 17/01/2024; 22/11/2023.