The importance of establishing a positive research culture has never been more important, with clear institutional benefits including supporting successful grant applications and good research outcomes.
Our Research Leadership Development Programme supports the development of research leaders at all levels to improve on existing research culture and outcomes. The programme has three tiers, providing development for emerging, evolving and experienced research leaders. Each tier is uniquely tailored to support the organisational and individual needs at these career stages.
The programme contributes to research that creates an impact and enhances the institution’s global reputation. It is particularly helpful for institutions in England looking to develop a healthy and thriving research culture, a key component in the upcoming REF.
Would you like an in-house version of this programme?
If you have a number of colleagues from within your organisation who would benefit from this programme it can be delivered in-house for specific faculties, departments or teams. This will allow for some tailoring to meet the needs of your organisation. Find out more about bespoke programmes and training.
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If you would like further information on this programme and the tiers, please complete our register your interest form.
Which research leadership programme is the right choice?
Watch our short video which highlights the key features of our Research Leadership Development Programme and our Research Team Leadership programme so you can select the one which will suit the needs of you and your team.
Programme benefits
The institution benefits from:
- Enhanced Research Leadership - Institutions can expect a more dynamic and effective research leadership structure by developing leaders at various stages.
- Improved Research Outcomes - Skilled leaders can drive higher-quality research, leading to better academic reputation and potential for funding in supportive and sustainable research cultures.
- Strategic Alignment - Each programme level aligns with different stages of academic careers, supporting the institution's strategic goals in research excellence and leadership development.
- Improved Staff Wellbeing - Knowledgeable leaders can build and support thriving research cultures, leading to overall improvement in staff wellbeing, confidence and resilience.
Participants benefit from:
- Skill Enhancement - Participants will acquire specific skills pertinent to their career stage, from fundamental research management to advanced strategic leadership.
- Career Advancement - The programme equips individuals with the competencies required for progression in academic and research leadership roles.
- Networking Opportunities - Access to a network of peers and mentors, fostering collaborative and innovative research environments.
The Research Leadership Development Programme has enabled me to take stock of my current skills and knowledge and pinpoint areas I would like to develop further."Dr Kate Carruthers Thomas, Birmingham City University
Which tier of the programme is right for me?
There are three tiers to this programme offered to emerging, evolving and experienced research leaders. Each is a multi-day online programme.
Emerging research leaders (RLDP 1)
You will be at the beginning of your leadership journey, possibly a post-doc, lecturer or a newly appointed senior lecturer. You will have conducted independent research, possibly worked in teams under supervision, or got funded recently and are planning to build a research team for the first time.
Participants at this tier will develop foundational research management skills and learn basic leadership principles in a research context.
Evolving research leaders (RLDP 2)
You will have some experience of leading research teams and securing funding, and will likely be a senior lecturer, reader, or an experienced lecturer.
Participants at this tier will develop a deep knowledge and experience of their leadership style, team leadership abilities, and understand collaborative research dynamics
Experienced research leaders (RLDP 3)
You will have significant leadership experience, holding or applying for senior administrative positions such as heads of departments or deans. You will have led large research groups with big budgets, influenced and shaped departmental research culture, and influenced institutional research culture and university policies.
Participants at this tier will master strategic research leadership, build resilience for self and others, drive innovation in research and learn to cultivate a high-performance research culture.
A lovely space to come together as researcher leaders to discuss leading change and leading others in the higher education sector."Rachel Granger, De Montfort University
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Emerging research leaders (RLDP 1)
Evolving research leaders (RLDP 2)
Experienced research leaders (RLDP 3)
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