We are an established Hub supported by an advisory group with representation from the majority of institutions in Scotland and Northern Ireland and with a network of contacts from 21 Universities. The Hub is hosted by the University of Edinburgh , where our Co-ordinator and Hub Manager are based.
We support regional events for staff supporting researchers and facilitate regional access to training events for researchers including local GRADschools and Effective Researcher.
Part Time Researcher Conference
2 September 2010, Edinburgh
http://vitae.ac.uk/policy-practice/916-203971/Part-Time-Researcher-Conference.html
The Vitae Scotland and Northern Ireland Hub, in partnership with the Scottish Funding Council and Universities across the region, are delighted to announce their first Part Time Researcher Conference.
Specifically tailored to the needs of part time PhD researchers and researcher staff, this one day event is designed to enable researchers to make the most of their research experience and future career.
Informed by feedback from part time researchers across the county this event will provide researchers with the opportunity to network with colleagues from diverse research areas and universities; develop professional skills; consider future careers; and receive valuable advice, support and information from service providers at universities across Scotland and Northern Ireland.
The conference will be structured around a series of participatory workshops on training and development themes, delivered by specialist HEI staff tailored to part time researcher needs. A focussed plenary, extended networking lunch with information stands from a wide range of relevant providers and a final question and answer session will complete the day.
ALL participants will be part time researchers at universities across Scotland and Northern Ireland. This includes those registered for professional doctorates or distance learning research degrees.
To register your interest, please complete the online form at http://vitae.ac.uk/policy-practice/73511/Part-Time-Researcher-Conference-registration-of-interest.html
Measuring the Impact of the Roberts Agenda and Funding in Scotland:
Event Report now online