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19 Jan 2017: The training covers setting up an X5 using the Project Wizard as well as using the correct methodology for capturing costs. Thursday 9th February 2017 17 Mill Lane 5 Spaces available Monday 13th March 2017 17 Mill Lane Spaces Thursday 13th April

2 Feb 2017: Please be advised that X5 has been updated with the new fEC rates for 2017 from the 1st of February 2017 (note MRF/SRF rates are yet to be updated). Users of X5 are advised to update their costings (the Rates Tab in X5) to ensure the new rates are

27 Mar 2017: Appeals Procedure A member of staff who wishes to appeal against the decision to end their fixed term contract must submit notice of their appeal in writing. This notice of appeal should set out the grounds of the appeal and state whether the appeal

22 Aug 2017: The aim of the Research Dashboard is to provide PIs with an easy, single point of access to their research grant and contract information at a high level with the ability to obtain further information from underlying existing research administration

22 Aug 2017: The Senior Academic Promotions procedure and guidance for 2019 will be available shortly. The Senior Academic Promotions procedure and guidance is available as a PDF file for ease of printing. Launch letter Senior Academic Promotions Procedure and

29 Mar 2017: 5. Occupational Health Referral 5.1. Where medical advice is sought, such as where there has been long-term absence or repeated short absences, a referral to Occupational Health for an assessment and advice about any ill-health concerns may be

27 Feb 2017: Link to the FD3 form Background The Off-Payroll Working (OPW) rules are pieces of anti-avoidance legislation which were introduced in response to the perceived failure of the IR35 rules.

6 Apr 2017: From 6 April 2017, employers with a wage bill over £3 million per year, must pay the apprenticeship levy which is charged at 0.5% of the annual pay bill. https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/apprenticeship-levy/apprenticeship-levy| Funders

16 Feb 2017: The University Information Services (UIS) has been developing three new, large-scale, enterprise grade storage services to meet the need for mass data storage across the University. These are Research Data Store Research File Share Research Cold

22 Jun 2017: US Export Control If you import controlled technology / goods / software from the USA, US Export Controls apply even after the item is no longer in the US.

27 Mar 2017: Background to the Procedures for the Ending of Fixed Term Contracts Dismissal Circulars were sent out in 1999 from HR, advising institutions of an appropriate and practicable policy and procedures for ending fixed term contracts in the case of

21 Feb 2017: For financial audits, generally the following items will be looked at: Copies of invoices and expense claims Billing report and reconciliation with submitted claims Back up for personnel costs, including signed timesheet, Contract of Employment and

21 Feb 2017: For technical audits, generally the followings will be looked at: Degree of fulfilment of the project work plan and deliverables for the relevant period Continued relevance of the objectives Management procedures and methods of projects The

15 Nov 2017: Bullying and Harassment (Rules K1–K2) The University is committed to creating and maintaining a safe, welcoming and inclusive community that nurtures a culture in which we treat one another with courtesy and professionalism, even while robustly

16 Feb 2017: Please be advised that X5 has been updated with the new MRF/SRF rates for 2017 as of 1st February 2017. Users of X5 will need to update their costings (go to the Rates Tab / Facilities Rates File / select the new date and save). Also please be aware

3 Feb 2017: Certificates were recently awarded after another successful First Steps in Procurement programme run by the Finance Training team​ Pictured (from left): Pavel Garcia-Cortina Benjamin Boddington Vaijayanti Shinde Helen Parker (tutor) Craig Chapman

29 Mar 2017: Appeals An appeal against the outcome of any formal stage should be made in writing under the appeal procedure for the relevant staff category. The purpose of the appeal hearing is to establish if the outcome of the procedure was appropriate and

10 Oct 2017: This supporting guidance is intended to assist institutions and individuals with interpreting and implementing the Staff and Students Relationships Policy. 1. Introduction 1.1. The Policy concerning Personal Relationships between staff and students

21 Apr 2017: The Research Operations Office is organising a half-day event on Horizon 2020 audits targeted at those involved in Horizon 2020 project finance and reporting, either as an administrator or PI. The session will be led by ROO and LEES Chartered

27 Mar 2017: 1. Introduction This is a quick and simple guide to the procedures for ending fixed term contracts that must be followed for all staff with limited tenure across the University. This includes research staff (who make up the majority of our staff on

14 Nov 2017: Sickness Absence Reporting Procedure If you cannot attend work due to ill-health you should notify your manager (or a designated person within your Institution) of your absence by telephone as soon as possible on the first day of absence and,

3 Nov 2017: For H2020 grants there is the expectation that there will be one interim audit (usually after the end of P1) for any grant with a budget of €325,000 or more of direct costs. We have now agreed with LEES Chartered Accountants that if a Department

15 Nov 2017: Further Information The following information does not form part of your contract of employment. Grading of posts and career progression On appointment you will be given a job description which outlines the activities and responsibilities of your

10 Mar 2017: Horizon 2020 rules require only a single audit with the final claim. In order to mitigate the risk associated with having just a single audit, the University has developed a policy which enables all eligible projects to have an interim audit. Full

2 Feb 2017: The next RGUG meeting with be on Friday 10th February at 10am in the Roger Needham Building, West Cambridge. An agenda for the meeting is available from the ROO website.

21 Mar 2017: Disciplinary Policy The procedure described below may be reviewed from time to time and any changes will apply to all unestablished staff. The term “Head of institution” denotes Head of Department, Chairman of a Faculty not organised into

29 Mar 2017: 8. Links to Other Policies and Guidance Capability Stress at Work Maternity Leave Disability and Employment Disciplinary, grievance and appeals Special Leave The University also has a range of support services available to staff, these can be found

21 Mar 2017: Useful contacts outside the University Access To Work Access to Work is a scheme run by the Department of Work and Pensions that supports disabled people in overcoming work related obstacles resulting from their disability or health condition. It

9 Jun 2017: X5 has a new option under the Costing tab called “Costing sub type”. At the project Wizard setup stage you will now have the option to select a “Costing sub type”, either “Contract Required” or “Tender”. This is not a mandatory field

19 May 2017: The Research Operations Office is organising a half-day event on Horizon 2020 audits targeted at those involved in Horizon 2020 project finance and reporting, either as an administrator, accounts clerk or PI. The session will be led by ROO and LEES

21 Mar 2017: 4.1 It is recognised that this policy may significantly affect some current working arrangements in Departments/Institutions. Line managers are encouraged to seek advice from their relevant HR Business Manager or Adviser where necessary when

20 Jul 2017: On Tuesday 25 July 2017 a New Investigator Award scheme replaced the First Grant initiative. The Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) is introducing the new scheme following a recent review of First Grants.

15 Nov 2017: Individual Grievance Procedure (Rules G1–G4) The University recognises that employees may, from time to time, have concerns or complaints about their work, working relationships or their working environment. In this event employees may raise a

15 Mar 2017: Performane Improvement Plan templates: Performance Improvement Plan (Word) Performance Improvement Plan (RTF) Performance Improvement Plan examples (PDF)

3 Nov 2017: As part of its modernisation programme Grants.gov have advised that from 31 December 2017, PDF single-file application packages will no longer be available and any downloaded prior to that date must be submitted before 31 March 2018. As a replacement

5 Dec 2017: The next RGUG meeting is Tuesday 6th February, 10am - 11.30am at the Institute of Public Health, Forvie Site, Cambridge Biomedical Campus. Presentations from the previous meeting on 30th NOvember are now available on the ROO website

17 Feb 2017: The next RGUG (Research Grants User Group) meeting will be held on Tuesday 28th March 2017 in Room 7, Mill Lane Lecture Rooms. Please note the new time of 10am instead of 10:30am to allow attendees to go to the University administrative staff

21 Nov 2017: The Research Dashboard is a web-based application designed for PIs to see their research project activity in one place. The dashboard will give researchers an overview of their applications, grants and contracts including The progress of a grant

5 Oct 2017: Connect your ORCID to your Symplectic Elements profile between Monday 16 October and Thursday 26 October for a chance to win a £150 Heffers voucher. For further information regarding the competition, how to set up your ORCID, how to get a

21 Feb 2017: What is the Uniform Guidance? In December 2013, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) issued the “Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards, or “Uniform Guidance”; Uniform Guidance (UG)

15 Mar 2017: The framework can be used to support University staff in a number of areas, including: Recruitment and Selection Departments/institutions have the option to choose to use behavioural attributes as part of the recruitment and selection process for

21 Mar 2017: Best practice in communicating

15 Mar 2017: The Manager Will normally be the employee’s line manager or a more senior manager and is responsible for ensuring that the employee is informed of standards of performance required. The manager should address underperformance issues when they

30 Jun 2017: 7. Documentation Supplement in lieu of pension application form Opt out and enhanced opt out forms are available on the USS website https://www.uss.co.uk/members/members-home/resources/forms Voluntary salary cap form (A form can be obtained from the

30 Jun 2017: Search site. Human Resources. FAQ’s. Q. Who will decide if I am eligible for a pension cash supplement? A supplement in lieu of pension will be paid to any employee who meets the eligibility criteria set out in the policy. The Head of Pensions

15 Mar 2017: General Principles The following principles will apply to the application of this procedure: In implementing this Policy and the associated guidance, due regard will be given to relevant legislation and the ACAS Code of Practice. This Policy is not

21 Jul 2017: With effect from 1 April 2023, 'new' 2016 pay system for clinical academics and doctors in training. Nodal point Stage of NHS training 2022 2023 1 FY1 £29,384 £32,398 2 FY2 £34,012 £37,303 3 CT1 or ST1/SpR1 CT2 or ST2/SpR2 £40,257 £43,923 4

22 Jun 2017: Please address any queries regarding export control to the Research Office's Export Control Managers via researchgovernance@admin.cam.ac.uk or individually: Claire Piffard, Senior Legal Advisor - Claire.Piffard@admin.cam.ac.uk Rhys Morgan, Head of

27 Mar 2017: This policy applies to all employees of the University of Cambridge. However, specific eligibility criteria may apply in relation to particular types of special leave as set out under the relevant policy section. There may be occasions when Heads of

29 Mar 2017: Status This guidance supports staff and Institutions in implementing the Sickness Absence Policy and provides information on good practice. It should be read in conjunction with the policy document. This guidance is not University policy and does