Research CultureÌý
Research culture describes the manner and environment in which we support, conduct, share and use research.Ìý The research culture at the ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵÌýis shaped by our values, attitudes and behaviours, and provides the framework within which we carry out and communicate our research.
Researcher Development Concordat
This is an important national document that ‘sets out the conditions we believe are required to create the very best culture for our researchers to thrive.’ÌýÌýThe ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ has been implementing the Researcher Development Concordat since 2009.Ìý
Other useful links:
Research Lifecycle:
The research lifecycle covers everything from the conception of a research idea through securing funding for it, building the team, partnerships or collaborators who will work on it with you, taking the project to completion and then beyond communication and dissemination to impact.ÌýÌý
- RIS SharePoint site is the one-stop shop for anyone seeking information about any aspect of the research lifecycle and is the main source of support for researchers.Ìý
- TheÌýhas a large library of free online resources on every stage in the research lifecycleÌý
- TheÌýhas specific information onÌýand you can findÌýourÌýOpen Access Policy here
- Guidance and support to staff,ÌýresearchersÌýand students at the ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ onÌý.
Engagement:
The University has a fantastic range ofÌýactivitiesÌýfor you to extend the reach and impact of your research.ÌýÌýEngaging with others will also develop your professional skill set and add to yourÌýCV.ÌýÌýÌý
- TheÌýPublic Engagement with Research Unit (PERU)Ìýhelps equip colleagues with the tools and opportunities to carry out high quality Public EngagementÌý
- For information on working with policy officials and makersÌývisitÌýPublic Policy at ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ unitÌý
- TheÌýÌýa comprehensive range ofÌýprogrammesÌýforÌýnew business ideasÌý
- If you are interested in social enterprise, see theÌý
- TheÌýÌýoffers self-directed resources clarifying the field of KEE for staff, and links to the trainingÌýprogrammes.ÌýÌý
Your Career:
Managing your research career can be exciting, challenging,ÌýrewardingÌýand frustrating all at the same time and at any stage!ÌýÌý
- The University is a memberÌýofÌýÌýso all researchers have FREE use of their resources.Ìý
- Be familiar with theÌýConcordatÌýto Support the Career Development of Researchers and understand how it can help you.Ìý
- Ìýis an innovative approach to researcher career development thatÌýseeksÌýto unlock researchers’ potential to thrive across multiple career pathwaysÌý
- Ìýallows you to browse and book sessions onÌýcareersÌýevents
- TheÌýÌýcoversÌýpromotions as well as developmentÌýopportunitiesÌý
- Ìýgathers university-wide training, resources and information to help youÌýbuild the knowledge,ÌýskillsÌýand attributes you need for research.
ÌýInternationalÌýresearchers:
International partnerships,ÌýcollaborationsÌýand outputs are essential components of a research career.ÌýÌýÌý
Well-being:
ÌýAs aÌýresearcherÌýyou need to take time to look after yourself as well as your loved ones. These are some useful links:Ìý
- Ìýoffers advice as well as trainingÌýopportunities to keep yourself well
- The UniversityÌýÌýsupports you to cope with life’s difficulties and challenges
- ÌýisÌýthere to provideÌýan assessment of an individual’s functional ability to perform aÌýrole.Ìý