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HR Excellence in Research Award

The 91菜創利 received the European Commission HR Excellence in Research Award in 2013 and this was renewed in 2015. The award recognises the 91菜創利��s commitment to supporting the career development of researchers in accordance with the Concordat to Support the Career Development of Research Staff [PDF]

The action plans, developed every two years, align with, inform and are informed by, current 91菜創利-wide initiatives including our Strategy

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Current Action Plan and Report

HR Excellence in Research Award 2022 Action Plan (updated May 2023) [XLSX]
- with HR Excellence In Research Report - May 2023 Final (revised October 2023) [PDF]
- HR Excellence in Research Plan - May 2023 Final (revised October 2023) [DOCX]

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Vitae provides researcher development and works closely with universities to help develop research excellence, impact and innovation. The Planner offers a set of guidelines to help identify strengths, set up action plans, review research achievements, and set up a research portfolio.

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