Learning and Development
Learning and Development for Research
Staff
If you're a member of research staff you'll find all relevant
learning and development information on the following pages. Use the links below
or the navigation in the 'find out more' menu on the right-hand side.
Research staff is a term used to refer to staff who work
primarily as researchers on research projects. There are
currently a total of approximately 100 research staff at the
University; some of you may be on a fixed term contract. The
need to remain ready and competitive for your next role will
be important whether you are aiming for a career in or
outside academia.
Researchers are a highly skilled and valued group of
staff, and the University recognises the vital contribution
you make to our research performance and to the wider
community.
As well as helping to achieve success for the University, you also have the
potential to forge your own career, develop further skills, and achieve your
ambitions. With this in mind you are encouraged to actively seek opportunities
for extending your personal and professional skills as recommended by the
Roberts Reports and incorporate 10 days per year of personal development
activities.
"Individual researchers share the responsibility for and need to
pro-actively engage in their own personal and career development, and lifelong
learning" - The Concordat
to Support the Career Development of Researchers (Principle 5). Signatories
include RCUK, GuildHE & Universities UK, June 2008
Have a look at the support on offer across the
University. However, if you wish to discuss a specific
training need, do not hesitate to contact
Terry Barry.