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6 Jun 2014: The University of Cambridge Careers Service and the Career Pathways Project are just a few of the ways that the University provides valuable careers support. University Careers Service The Careers Service provides careers advice and information to

29 Sep 2014: Dear Colleagues, This October, the University Public Engagement team will present the seventh annual Festival of Ideas – a celebration of the arts, humanities, and social sciences. With hundreds of free debates, workshops, talks, exhibitions, and

27 May 2014: The University and Staff Joint Board The University and Staff Joint Board (USJB) is a joint consultative and negotiating body. The University has granted voluntary recognition of the three trade unions: The University and College Union (UCU), Unite

20 Nov 2014: UCU has agreed to the suspension of all industrial action from 20 November until after the JNC scheduled for 15 January 2015. The University has been advised that UCU will be writing to all its members to advise them of this today. The following

5 Nov 2014: The University has been notified that the University and College Union (UCU) has secured a mandate to call on its members to take action short of a strike in the form of an assessment and marking boycott commencing from 6 November 2014. Additionally,

1 Oct 2014: Probation Probation is a formal arrangement at the start of an appointment, whereby new members of staff demonstrate their suitability for a particular job within a set timescale. The probation period for your appointment is set out in your offer

31 Jul 2014: The Research Operations Office deals with all research contract activity undertaken by the University. Please follow the links below or the left hand navigation for further details about the contracts process. Contract vs Terms and Conditions What

31 Jul 2014: Vacancies at the Research Office are shown on the main University jobs page.

14 Nov 2014: Following a meeting of the USS JNC on 13 November UCU and UUK have agreed to issue the joint statement announcing that they will consult with their constituent structures on the prospect of a suspension of the current industrial action from 20

22 Apr 2014: The Principal Investigator (PI) is responsible for the overall management of the research project and the Head of Department (HoD) provides the systems and processes to underpin the work.

5 Jun 2014: News and updates The 2023/24 national pay negotiations update The Universities and Colleges Employers Association (UCEA) has proposed a pay settlement for the 2023–24 pay round. The pay settlement is proposed to be implemented in two stages, with

25 Sep 2014: HR19 Application form for DBS check About the form This document must be completed and submitted with each DBS check (formerly known as CRB check) application form. It is intended to: Help departments/institutions understand which roles are eligible

10 Sep 2014: This section covers particular questions that may arise about the University recruitment process. You may also find frequently asked questions (FAQs) for the Recruitment Administration System (RAS) and the Web Recruitment System helpful: Web

25 Nov 2014: 18 Obtaining Goods, Services or Construction Works 18.1 Expenditure of £2,000,000 or above on capital items (inclusive of VAT) requires the consent of the Planning and Resources Committee. 18.2 Value for money in purchasing is normally demonstrated

1 Jul 2014: Retirement & Pensions The University's Pensions Section is based in the Finance Division and manages the following pension schemes: Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS) Cambridge University Assistants' Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS) National

30 Jun 2014: Terms of Employment This section of the Staff Guide explains key terms of employment and procedures which are relevant to academic, academic-related and research staff. Please click on the relevant links to learn more about arrangements for pay,

26 Nov 2014: This bulletin and its attachments provide important information on various immigration and recruitment matters. Reminder of the December deadline for appointment and amendment paperwork Please be reminded that, due to an early pay date ahead of

8 Sep 2014: We recruit individuals with the right mix of talent, skills and potential and welcome applications from a wide range of candidates, including those with criminal records. We select candidates for interview based on their skills, qualifications and

10 Dec 2014: New Research Passports applications (including renewals after 3 years) Pre-engagement Checks In the first instance please consult the pre-engagement check table to determine whether you require a standard or enhanced DBS check and/or Occupational

9 Sep 2014: The Contracts Team comprises of several different roles.

10 Dec 2014: What type of pre-engagement checks are needed for your research passport? Activity Disclosure and Barring Service Check necessary? Occupational Health Clearance Necessary? LoA or HRC Researcher is a health care professional providing health care to

10 Dec 2014: Amendments to your Research Passport Amendments to the Research Passport usually take the form of the following: Additional research projects. Changes to research activity on the original project(s). Personal details (including changes to DBS or OH

25 Nov 2014: The Finance Division aims to provide a high quality and efficient service to all customers. We listen to both positive and critical comments and use them to improve our services, so if you have views about our services and the way they are provided,

25 Jun 2014: For employees who are new to Cambridge, there are a range of benefits including a relocation policy, Accommodation Service and a Newcomer and Visiting Scholars Society. The University provides financial assistance with relocation costs for moves

4 Jun 2014: Agreement to Mediation Record of Mediation Mediation Evaluation Form Mediation Request Form (HR use only)

1 Oct 2014: Getting around The University extends across Cambridge City Centre. The University Map is a useful means of identifying where the University is located. The University's Estate Management provide detail on travel matters, including the University's

22 Apr 2014: Assignment agreements and handbook When you have agreed to undertake a particular temporary role through TES, we will issue you with an an Assignment Agreement consisting of a letter containing the details of the particular assignment and the

1 Jul 2014: Getting paid Salaries are paid to all staff on the 26th of the month, unless this falls on a weekend or bank holiday when the pay day will be brought forward to the Friday. If you have not been asked to provide your bank details prior to appointment,

28 Jul 2014: Glossary The following terms are used throughout the Staff Guide: Staff Any person who holds a University office or post and has a University contract of employment. Institution All academic and academic-related departments, including administrative

10 Sep 2014: This page provides information about the use of personal information while you are a member of staff, worker, consultant, volunteer, affiliated lecturer or academic visitor at the University of Cambridge. As a member of staff (or equivalent) you

1 Jul 2014: Performance Management The Staff Review and Development Scheme sets out the framework for appraisal of all staff and performance management, following approval of a Joint Report in May 2004 on proposals for revising arrangements. Full details of

31 Jul 2014: The University uses a range of different research contracts, although we generally negotiate and draft research contracts that are tailored for the specific project.

1 Jul 2014: The encouragement of training and development for all staff is one of the University's core values and we put this into practice through various services and initiatives. These include: A wide-range of training courses delivered by a range of

19 Nov 2014: Where a University officer is dissatisfied with the outcome of a request for extended employment or to vary their hours beyond the retirement age, he/she will have a right of appeal. Any appeal should be made in writing to the Director of Human

1 Oct 2014: Access all areas Disability and Access Information about all aspects of disability including physical access, Access to Work and the University's Disability and Employment Policy can be found on the website for the Human Resources Division and the

25 Jun 2014: This section of the Staff Guide sets out the policies, development opportunities and support which are provided by the University to ensure that each member of academic, academic-related and research staff is treated fairly and supported to maximise

15 Dec 2014: Description This quarterly report shows current employees with a record of all their Honorary Research Contracts (HRCs) and/or their most recent Letters of Access and Letters of Assurance (LoAs) with each Trust. Please note that the recording of

12 Aug 2014: A clear definition of research is critical to Higher Education statistical reporting, such as the Research Activity Survey commissioned by the Higher Education Statistics Agency.

25 Nov 2014: Terms in capitals are defined in Schedule 2 where necessary to aid interpretation. The Council is responsible for the supervision and management of University resources and finances.

8 May 2014: Staff review and development (appraisal) Once a member of staff has successfully completed their probation period, their performance and development should be reviewed using the University's Staff Review and Development Scheme. Staff review and

15 Sep 2014: Dear Colleague, Launch of Policies Relating to Safeguarding and Screening Checks I am writing to inform you that, with effect from 28th July, the University will have an updated Children and Vulnerable Adults Safeguarding Policy and a new Screening

4 Jun 2014: If you wish to request mediation please contact the HR Business Manager or HR Adviser for your Institution who will make arrangements, through the Mediation Coordinator, to initiate a formal mediation. Two mediators, who will not be members of the

13 May 2014: Latest Return Date (i.e. the day after the maximum 52-week maternity/adoption leave entitlement is due to end).

8 Dec 2014: Equality Act 2010 Guidance Information for disabled staff Occupational Health Disability Resource Centre

4 Jun 2014: Search site. Human Resources. FAQs for institutions. Q. What is the purpose of mediation at work? The objective of mediation is for two neutral, independent mediators to assist those in conflict to resolve their differences and reach a mutually

31 Jul 2014: A sponsor’s Terms and Conditions will detail the reporting required throughout the life of the award. Please check the conditions carefully to ensure that all reporting requirements are met.

28 Jul 2014: Financial Matters 1. University financial regulations All financial transactions taking place within the University — from dealing with invoices and cheques to the University's ethical policies relating to finance — are governed by the Financial

1 Oct 2014: Protections in law The Equality Act 2010 provides protection against unlawful direct discrimination, indirect discrimination, harassment and victimisation of staff, students or visitors on the grounds of religion or belief. These protections apply

8 Dec 2014: Harassing a person with a disability on account of that disability is unacceptable behaviour and unlawful under the terms of the Equality Act. This issue is dealt with in detail in the University's Dignity at Work Policy.

25 Jun 2014: The University has a responsibility to ensure that all its employees have the legal right to live and work in the UK. Therefore, if you receive an offer of employment, this will be subject to the University verifying that you are eligible to work in