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2 Aug 2023: Flying economy class would be detrimental due to disability or health requirements. ... More expensive, fully flexible fares should not be used where flexibility in travel arrangements is not a business requirement.

16 Jun 2023: 6. General Principles 6.1 At any stage of the procedure, those involved in attempting a resolution or in investigating a complaint must act fairly and in accordance with good practice and the principles set out below. Any person against whom a

6 Oct 2023: Handbook MSCA-NET, the network of National Contact Points (NCPs) for the MSCA, has prepared an unofficial handbook for applicants to the MSCA Doctoral Networks (DN) 2023 call. The main aim of this handbook is supporting NCPs in assisting applicants,

24 May 2023: You must provide a clear timeline for your submission and explain why it is essential for you to remain registered as a postgraduate student at this stage. ... ATAS requirements – If ATAS is required for your course and nationality, a change in your

17 Jul 2023: Requirements may be subject to change if additional information is required by the University or Delivery Partner in order to administer funding under the scheme.

8 Sep 2023: The European Research Council (ERC) is hosting a webinar on 20th September at 11:15am for potential applicants to learn more about the novelties of the ERC Work Programme for 2024. The webinar can be accessed directly on the ERC website and no prior

17 Oct 2023: the progress report, to the primary recipient with a frequency of no less than once per year, in alignment with the timing requirements for Research Performance Progress Report submission. ... In particular, please be aware that:. this policy affects

24 Feb 2023: The Cambridge Libraries Survey is running until Friday 3 March. Give feedback on how you find accessing information, resources, help and training opportunities, as well as what you think about library spaces. Services provided by libraries include

23 Mar 2023: There is still time to make a nomination for the Apprenticeship Awards 2023 before the deadline on Friday 31st March 2023.

1 Dec 2023: Elements will be unavailable from Thursday 14 December until Monday 18 December while it is upgraded to its latest version. It will not be possible to make open access, research data or doctoral theses deposits via Elements into the University

13 Jan 2023: We have a number of vacancies at the Research Office, further details can be found on our jobs page.

2 Nov 2023: A Senior Counsellor for the Staff Counselling Centre at Cambridge University has expressed on International Stress Awareness Week that: “it’s right to look after your mental health” and “it's not a sign of weakness.” Sarah Hughes, in an

6 Apr 2023: Cambridge Enterprise have recently expanded their team and are now offering dedicated contacts for new enquiries. Researchers who have existing relationships with Cambridge Enterprise colleagues should continue to use them.

8 Sep 2023: There is a programme of activities for researchers to help with various aspects of public engagement. These include Introduction to Public Engagement Drop in sessions offering expert advice to support public engagement work Media training for The

21 Jul 2023: Publications It is important that researchers consider the export control risks of their research not just at the stage of international collaboration but also when it comes to publishing their results. Technology or software that is in the

3 May 2023: Email address of Line Manager. Please indicate if you have any additional learning requirements e.g.

28 Jul 2023: For further guidance on the recording requirements of staff time on a research grant, we have produced a decision chart for you to use to work out whether timesheets or declarations

3 Nov 2023: In these circumstances, please continue to contact the ROO at the earliest opportunity so that we can assess the resource requirements to support the application. ... Timesheet records have always been a requirement of the Terms and Conditions.

9 Jun 2023: One of the greatest benefits of cloud computing is that it gives researchers the opportunity to transform how to do certain tasks. It is particularly suited to short, time-limited tasks like research projects. Tools such as Google Cloud Products and

17 Jun 2023: 8. What to do when you are the subject of concerns being raised 8.1. It can be a disconcerting and upsetting experience for an individual to be approached and told that their behaviour could be construed as inappropriate. If this is done through an

24 Mar 2023: 5. Roles and responsibilities 5.1.

17 Jun 2023: 12. How to raise complaints not directly covered by this Policy 12.1. University employees or workers who have a complaint against a student should contact their HR Business Partnering Team in the first instance who will liaise with the Office of

22 Mar 2023: 6. Types of flexible working 6.1 The range of flexible working practices that may be requested and, depending on the circumstances, may be appropriate include: part-time or term-time working job share compressed or annual hours staggered hours or

1 Aug 2023: In some circumstances, individuals may be permitted to incur and reclaim some business costs relating to them personally. Tax treatment of training, development and subscriptions This table forms part of the Employee Expenses policy.

28 Apr 2023: On 6th April 2023, the UK Government set out its prospectus programme called ‘Pioneer’. This is a programme to protect and support the UK research and innovation sector if the Government is unable to secure association to Horizon Europe on fair

17 Jun 2023: 9. What happens if you have behaved inappropriately 9.1. While this Policy emphasises the value of an early, informal resolution process, there will be situations that can only be resolved through a formal grievance. Where a formal grievance is

17 Nov 2023: Working on a large, complex grant application? Know someone who is? We’re here to help! Based in the Research Strategy arm of the Research Office, the Research Funding team offers application support services such as: coordination of bid

17 Jun 2023: 13. Associated policies and statements 13.1.

16 Jun 2023: 7. Guidance and Additional Sources 7.1 Links to other related University policies can be found below: Dignity at Work Policy (2023 ed.) Whistleblowing Policy Disciplinary Policies University’s Statement on Freedom of Speech University-wide

28 Jul 2023: Search site. Research Operations Office. Research Grant Timesheet Requirements and Guidance. ... For further guidance on the recording requirements of staff time on a research grant, we have produced a decision chart for you to use to work out whether

19 Oct 2023: Despite the difference in qualifications and entry routes, they also show the commonalities of technical staff across very different sectors.

17 Jun 2023: 10. How we will support you 10.1. Support services 10.1.1. The University is committed to providing support for employees and workers affected by these issues. The following support resources are available to any employee or worker whether they are

8 Sep 2023: As many of you will now be aware, it was announced yesterday (Thursday 7th September) that the Government and the European Commission have agreed in principle on the UK’s association to the Horizon Europe and Copernicus programmes under the Trade

24 Mar 2023: 10. Connected policies and other information 10.1. Links to other related University policies and guidance can be found below: Flexible Working Policy Global Mobility Policy (under review during 2022/23) and associated guidance University Health and

17 Nov 2023: In these circumstances, please continue to contact the ROO at the earliest opportunity so that we can assess the resource requirements to support the application.

22 Mar 2023: 4. Roles and responsibilities 4.1 Heads of Institution, line managers where the flexible working request procedure is delegated to them, and all those responsible for appointing staff: 4.1.1 Must ensure that every flexible working request is given

27 Oct 2023: The licence requirements only apply to sharing the code; for example, if someone wanted to publish a derivative of the software or source code.

17 Jun 2023: Supporting resources Dignity at Work Policy video Introducing the University of Cambridge’s Dignity at Work Policy The University is committed to nurturing a culture in which we treat one another with courtesy and professionalism, even while

22 May 2023: Of the two examination allowances available for postgraduate students, you should apply ‘to be allowed the opportunity to be examined or re-examined’. ... not the course you were admitted to, you will need to withdraw and reapply via Postgraduate

17 Aug 2023: The majority of the requirements in the upcoming ban are already complied with at the University.

6 Oct 2023: UKRO is holding an information webinar for organisations and individuals interested in applying to the MSCA COFUND 2023 call. The call deadline is 8th February 2024. The webinar will take place on 19th October 2023, 9:30am - 11:30am, UK time.

24 Mar 2023: We would like to remind you that the Research Office will be closed for the April and May Bank Holidays. If you have a grant application that you will be sending to the Research Operations Office (ROO) during this time, please ensure that you are

3 Nov 2023: The Research Office invites academic and administrative staff across the University to attend two information sessions in December following the long-awaited UK association to Horizon Europe. The dedicated European Advisor for Cambridge University

22 Mar 2023: 10. Connected policies and other information 10.1 The forms to be used when submitting and deciding on a flexible working request are available. A summary of the procedure under this Policy is also included.

28 Jul 2023: Employees are responsible for ensuring that they have valid passports, and appropriate visas/right to work documentation, for overseas business travel. Tax treatment for additional overseas travel costs This table forms part of the Employee Expenses

6 Apr 2023: This news article introduces the policy and explains why it has been developed to help researchers meet funder requirements and enable immediate open access.

6 Oct 2023: Search site. Research Operations Office. Research Operations Office Bulletin - Issue 322. Published on 6 October 2023. The UK Government has published guidance on UK association to the Horizon Europe and Copernicus programmes. It is an explainer for

24 Feb 2023: The COLP is a non-consolidated pay award that has been awarded to all staff and is an integral element of the salary of staff members. Therefore, the assumption is that this is an eligible cost on a grant for our major research funders that allow

28 Apr 2023: When a Final Expenditure Statement (FES) is due on an UKRI grant, Departments need to ensure that completed timesheets and an up to date tracker spreadsheet are moved to your Final SharePoint library. If there is a negative amount in the 'Percentage

17 Jun 2023: 5. What constitutes inappropriate behaviour? 5.1. All University employees and workers are expected to behave professionally and appropriately and have the right to expect professional and appropriate behaviour from others. Inappropriate behaviour