Information and links to help you understand and successfully transition into your researcher role New Staff Meet-upsHuman Resources (HR) and Researcher Development run ‘New Staff Meet-up’ sessions for staff who have recently joined the University. As part of these sessions, colleagues in different roles will give ‘lightning talks’ on their experiences of working at the University and there will be an opportunity for networking.New Staff Meet-Up Sessions Career planning guide for new research staffA comprehensive guide designed to highlight key resources for career planning and the stage at which you might need them during your time at the University of Edinburgh. Career planning guide for new research staff The Concordat to Support the Career Development of ResearchersThe Concordat sets out, in three clear principles: environment and culture, employment and professional and career development, the responsibilities of researchers, managers of researchers, institutions and funders. It aims to increase the attractiveness and sustainability of research careers in the UK and to improve the quantity, quality and impact of research for the benefit of the UK society and its economy.The Concordat to Support the Career Development of Researchers10 days of professional development A key commitment in the Concordat is that University of Edinburgh will provide opportunities, structured support, encouragement and time for researchers to engage in a minimum of 10 days professional development pro rata per year, recognising that researchers will pursue careers across a wide range of employment sectors.Examples of how researchers might use these 10 days (or more) to best effect Research IntegrityYou are expected to undertake research in such a way that allows others to have confidence and trust in the methods and findings of the research. This responsibility relates both to the methodological integrity of conducted research and to the professional integrity of the individuals undertaking the research. The links below provide information on policies, codes of practice, training to help you research with integrity and routes to report concerns around research misconduct. Research IntegrityThe Good Research Practice Roadmap An online resource developed by researchers and staff at the University of Edinburgh. The roadmap is designed to help researchers (particularly early-career researchers) consider how to implement good research practices at every research stage of their work – planning, doing and disseminating – to ensure their research is high quality, reproducible, open, ethical, and impactful.Good Research Practice RoadmapResearch CulturesThe University of Edinburgh is committed to promoting and developing a vibrant and inclusive research culture. View the University’s Research Culture Action.Research CulturesResearch & Innovation StrategyThe Research and Innovation Strategy 2030 sets out the University’s research and innovation plans and ambitions for the next six years.Research and InnovationEquality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI)EDI information, training courses and learning resources for staffEquality, Diversity & InclusionStaff training modules This article was published on Thursday 17 November 2022
