Vitae research staff conference 200905 November 2009

Details

Day

Day 1

Session

B

Start time

14.10

Strand

Research staff

Code

B2

Presenters

Mr Thomas Papworth - Research Concordat Implementation Coordinator
Dr Dylan Sweetman - Lecturer in Molecular Embryology, University of Nottingham

Workshop outline:

The Concordat provides a single, unambiguous statement of the expectations and responsibilities researchers, their managers, employers and funders have towards ensuring that research staff receive the career development that they need. Researchers have responsibilities, but they are also key to persuading their employers to prioritise and resource career development of research staff. The aim of this workshop is to highlight the Concordat, outline some of the lessons for successful implementation and encourage researchers to proactively engage with the agenda.

This session will cover:

• A brief outline of what the Concordat says and the responsibilities of both research staff and their employers
• Lessons from the coalface: introducing a ‘University Code for Research Staff' to the University of East Anglia
• Lessons from other HEIs

Format:

Two brief presentations, a Q&A and general discussion

Outcomes:

• Better understand the Concordat and its implications for research staff'
• Inspire staff to initiate and lead change
• Provide practical ideas for implementation