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  • 'your first three years' programme

    Practice No. 1290

    Last modified: 23/05/2012 12:34:20

    Institution: Oxford Brookes University

    The ‘your first three years’ programme for newly appointed research active staff provides training in topics relevant to academic practice, including:

    • induction - an introduction to University structures, key people and support for researchers
    • good practice in grant writing
    • managing projects, project finances and staff
    • training for teaching 
    • training for supervising research and research degree students

  • Concordat Code of Practice

    Practice No. 1283

    Last modified: 27/10/2011 11:27:32

    Institution: The Royal Veterinary College

    Researchers are key members of academic staff. They are central to the College’s status as the leading centre for veterinary research in England, as well as its global aspirations. Beyond this, the College recognises that researchers make many other important contributions, for example in undertaking valuable research support, teaching and supervision duties, and as a vibrant group within the wider RVC community.

    Following the launch of the Concordat to Support the Career Development of Researchers, the College developed a Concordat Code of Practice and Guide which demonstrates the Colleges commitment to the provision of timely and effective support for Research Staff and their chosen career paths.

  • University Research Day

    Practice No. 1266

    Last modified: 17/06/2011 14:08:29

    Institution: University of Strathclyde

    The University Research Day (URD) is a one-day event showcasing research within the university which provides an opportunity for the University to engage with the public while promoting cross-disciplinary networking.

  • Researchers into Management

    Practice No. 824

    Last modified: 24/03/2011 14:36:36

    Institution: University of Manchester

    A programme accredited by the Institue of Leadership and Management (ILM), covering both theory and practice of management and leadership. It is designed for Research Staff who are interested in developing these key skill areas, both to support their current roles and their career development – whether in academia, industry, business or other contexts. Format: induction and taster (60-120 mins), seven one-day workshops over four months, a two-day residential intensive with a computer business game simulation, directed reading and discussion via an online forum, two written assessments.

  • North East Reasearch Staff Conference "Steps to Success" 11th September 2007

    Practice No. 641

    Last modified: 22/03/2011 17:28:31

    Institution: Newcastle University

    A full day conference for research staff from the 5 North East Universities with a programme aimed to help researchers reflect upon their own professional development and focus on the actions they can take to develop and manage their careers

  • A development programme for new and aspiring research leaders

    Practice No. 466

    Last modified: 22/03/2011 17:06:28

    Institution: Newcastle University

    This 'PI Development Programme' offers a range of transferable skills training, designed to assist the professional development of postdoctoral researchers, who are new to, or aspire to, the role of research leader.

  • Researcher Summer School

    Practice No. 1082

    Last modified: 23/12/2009 11:10:00

    Institution: Newcastle University

    A two day summer school which provides research staff with a platform for development to do better research and to advance in their research careers. This programme is for new research staff, who are within their first 12 months of their first research contract. Day 1: Taking a Strategic View of Research: Getting Published and Seeking Funding Understanding the Vision and Research Strategy of the University Working Your Own Vision Personal Motivation for Research and Funding as a Career Strategy The Politics of Getting Published SWOT/ Skills Audit Day 2: Managing Projects, Teams and Funding Applications Project Management Approaches The Research Team – how you fit Getting Funding - What Works; What Doesn’t Esteem Factors & Your Researcher-Profile

  • Researcher@Library

    Practice No. 994

    Last modified: 24/11/2009 12:06:44

    Institution: University of Leeds

    Researcher@Library is an online resource providing information, support and resources to researchers at all levels across the University.

  • RSS and publication alerts for research

    Practice No. 991

    Last modified: 24/11/2009 11:39:32

    Institution: University of Leeds

    An interactive course introducing alerting services and RSS feeds, which enable researchers to keep up to date with the latest developments in their field.

  • External Training and Development Fund for Researcher Development

    Practice No. 960

    Last modified: 18/11/2009 12:13:53

    Institution: University of Manchester

    A fund for researchers within the Faculty to apply for, to cover costs of attending external events which develop their transferable skills.
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