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21 Nov 2023: If you drive in the UK, it is a legal requirement to obtain car insurance.

28 Mar 2024: The initial release of Worktribe’s pre-award and contracts modules will no longer take place in the Research Office and School of Technology in April 2024 as planned. This is due to changes in project resources, navigating risks associated with

7 Jul 2023: X5 was updated on 4th July 2023, with new fEC rates which are effective from 1st July 2023. The University has made an adjustment to the research charge-out rates following a review of the way central administration costs are classified, with the

26 Jun 2023: Overnight accommodation should only be booked where the employee cannot reasonably be expected to make a return journey on the same day. Accommodation for absences of extended duration Where possible, regulated accommodation should be booked and

28 Mar 2024: In response to Departmental feedback, we have simplified our guidance regarding the recording requirements of staff time for Horizon Europe grants and updated the Time Declaration Form. ... This guidance has also been updated in the time recording

3 Nov 2023: Timesheet records have always been a requirement of the Terms and Conditions.

28 May 2024: This is to comply with the requirements of the Higher Education (Freedom of Speech) Act 2023.

26 Jan 2024: We are inviting all employees to participate in the University Staff Culture Survey by 7 February 2024. 

24 May 2024: The Cambridge Research Office (CRO) has introduced some additional ways for getting in touch if you don’t already have an existing contact with us. Web form Email Phone Complete the enquiry form on our website 2 working day response time

16 Oct 2023: Would you like to know how the University are supporting staff working overseas? The revised policy and guidance are in place to better support employees working outside the UK.

28 Jul 2023: Non-alcoholic drinks. There is no requirement for these to accompany a meal.

24 May 2024: The University’s Large Grant Contribution Fund (LGCF) provides financial contributions for large collaborative research applications. At the beginning of 2024, there were some updates to the criteria - in addition to applications led by Cambridge

28 Mar 2024: In response to Departmental feedback, we have simplified our guidance regarding the recording requirements of staff time for Horizon Europe grants and updated the Time Declaration Form. ... This guidance has also been updated in the time recording

19 Jan 2024: You'll learn how to:. Upload accepted manuscripts to meet REF and funder open access requirements.

8 Aug 2023: Search site. Postgraduate Researcher Development. Researcher-Led Events Scheme. This scheme funds postgraduate research students across the University to set up and run research events such as conferences and symposia. ... There is no requirement for a

2 Feb 2024: The annual submission period for UKRI, NIHR, CRUK, BHF, WT and other funders is 5th February to 14th March 2024 during which time PIs should use their Researchfish account to submit a return on their research outputs. Award holders will have

15 Mar 2024: The European Commission is organising online infodays on 25th - 26th April 2024 about the new topics in the EU Missions Work Programme. This includes Adaptation to Climate Change Mission Cancer Mission 100 Climate-Neutral and Smart cities by 2030

4 Dec 2023: Policy Title Issued Next review Standards for Student Academic Representation June 2022 June 2025 Student Consultation Framework January 2024 June 2025 Student Protection Plan May 2024 May 2025 Guidance Title Issued Next review Expectations for

19 Apr 2024: This presentation is specifically provided for staff who manage grant applications where International Working is a requirement.

6 Jun 2024: This Conflict of Interest (COI) policy consists of a set of requirements to be followed by each investigator participating in research funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF). ... the entity has its own policies in place that meet the

19 Jan 2024: Please be advised that changes to the USS pension rate have been updated in X5, from 21.6% to 14.5% with an effective date of 1st January 2024, as per USS guidelines. For existing costings in X5, the appropriate staff costing lines will have to be re

16 Feb 2024: Registrations are now open for the EC’s annual flagship Research and Innovation event which will take place between 18th – 21st March 2024 in Belgium. This event brings together policymakers, researchers and entrepreneurs for debates, workshops

27 Oct 2023: Provide guidance and quality assurance for Research Council studentships for Postgraduate Research students. ... We also:. Set and communicate postgraduate admissions policy and practice. Manage postgraduate admissions enquiries.

5 Apr 2024: An employee who is on shared parental leave and who is at risk of redundancy is legally entitled to be offered a suitable alternative vacancy where one exists before it is offered to other employees (including those who are also at risk of redundancy

11 Oct 2023: The successful candidate will be expected to work flexibly, in regard to location, to meet the requirements of the job including travel across Cambridge.

14 Jun 2024: On the 7th June 2024, there was an ERC online webinar about lump sum funding, where experts from the ERC Executive Agency answered questions about the new lump sum model of funding for 2024 Advanced Grants. The recording of the event is now

25 Mar 2024: These instructions are for students embarking on a new course of study (even if you have studied at Cambridge in the past). Students should not attempt to complete registration until formally invited to do so. In this section 1. Creating a new

19 Jan 2024: You'll learn how to:. Upload accepted manuscripts to meet REF and funder open access requirements. ... Most major research funders are committed to open access, but have varied policies, requirements, and funding sources.

1 Mar 2024: Reporting outcomes are a requirement of accepting an award and PIs who do not comply may be subject to sanctions from their funder.

1 Aug 2023: Non-urgent requirements are to be accommodated through the normal (institution) procurement channels.

22 Jan 2024: A new survey- open to all employees, schools and institutions- has been launched to find out what staff think of the researcher reward and progression proposals. Some of the proposals put forward include changes to name titles for researchers, the

22 Sep 2023: The Latest EC News has been updated to include details on the association of the UK to the Horizon Europe Programme and implications on the open and forthcoming calls.

10 May 2024: Search site. Research Operations Office. Research Operations Office Bulletin - Issue 335. Published on 10 May 2024. Following the UK’s association to Horizon Europe, researchers who meet the eligibility criteria, can apply to receive funding

24 May 2024: Search site. Research Operations Office. Research Operations Office Bulletin - Issue 336. Published on 24 May 2024. The Research Operations Office has produced a crib sheet for applications under Lump Sum Funding calls recently introduced under

1 Dec 2023: Published on 1 December 2023. The Research Operations Office has prepared additional guidance on Horizon 2020 MSCA grants regarding secondments and audit requirements. ... In these circumstances, please continue to contact the ROO at the earliest

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

23 Nov 2023: As part of the Technician Commitment work across the University, a series of videos have been put together to showcase some of the technical staff colleagues and their diverse roles across many sectors within the University. One the technicians, Rob

17 Nov 2023: The Transforming Research Support (TRS) Programme will be introducing new grant management system Worktribe across the University using a phased approach from 2024 onwards. The School of Technology will be the first adopter. To support this, the

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 Feb 2024: The University’s Large Grant Contribution Fund (LGCF) provides financial contributions for large collaborative research applications. There have been some recent updates to the criteria - in addition to applications led by Cambridge PIs,

5 Jan 2024: In light of the re-association of the United Kingdom (UK) to Horizon Europe 1 January 2024, Lund University (LU) launches a call for “Get Started Funding” aimed at early career researchers from Lund University and UK-based LERU universities* (up

2 Feb 2024: Effective from 1st February 2024, X5 has been updated with the new fEC, facility and inflation rates as well as salary files. The new fEC rates are available on the AFPA website and the X5 changes are listed ROO website. Most of the fEC rates have

11 Jun 2024: Be specific about skill requirements . Research shows that generic phrases like “possess strong interpersonal skills” are often found in less popular job adverts. ... To attract the right candidates, ensure that the skill requirements are specific

15 Mar 2024: Search site. Research Operations Office. Research Operations Office Bulletin - Issue 332. Published on 15 March 2024. The Research Operations Office is about to embark on the next Research Grants Administrator Programme 2024 (previously known as

16 Feb 2024: About the form Please read the guidance Academic (Teaching and Scholarship) Career Pathway: Process for transfers between the academic career pathways before completing the relevant form below. Obtaining a copy of the form Copies of the forms can be

26 Mar 2024: These instructions are for students entering the second and subsequent years of their course. They do not apply to you if you have studied at Cambridge before but are starting a new course of study. If you are starting a new course of study, then

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,

15 Apr 2024: Search site. Human Resources. Holiday FAQs. Q. How do I claim holiday? Holiday should be claimed via your timesheet. Please refer to the ‘Worker user guide – full version’ for full instructions on claiming holiday pay. Timesheets and getting

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

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