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6 Apr 2017: It’s vital to know the botanical names. Like most people, I didn’t do Latin at school but have had to get to grips with the botanical names for plants. ... For me, gardens are for sharing. I’d like to work in a garden that’s open to the public

14 Nov 2017: Holidays (Rules B22–B30) As explained in the previous section, hours of work are calculated as an annual number of hours. The standard working week is 36.5 hours, although staff in some institutions work a longer week and thus earn additional days

21 Jul 2017: The British Academy is the UK's national body for the humanities and social sciences – the study of peoples, cultures and societies, past, present and future.

19 May 2017: The ERC Synergy Grant scheme which was piloted in 2012 and 2013, will be re-launched in the ERC Work Programme 2018. It is expected that the call will be published on 19 July 2017 with a deadline of 14 November 2017. The perspective is to fund 25 to

15 Mar 2017: Appeals against warnings or other sanctions 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

5 May 2017: In X5, an additional option has been added to two drop down menus. When adding a new unnamed staff member the Title Mx (Gender Neutral) has been added to the drop down list Under the reason for Entering New/Unnamed Post, Pooled Labour has been added

29 Mar 2017: Forms and templates CHRIS/62 Sickness Self Certificate Pay arrangements during sickness absence

14 Nov 2017: Special Leave (Rules B31–35) In addition to the provision for annual leave and for maternity, paternity and parental leave, there are a number of schemes which provide for special leave in particular circumstances. Some schemes are open only to

15 Mar 2017: If informal action has not succeeded in addressing and resolving the underperformance or if the problem is more serious and a more structured, formal approach is needed, consideration will be given to whether there are grounds for undertaking formal

15 May 2017: PPD offers the Vocational Training Fund to fund external vocational training for assistant staff. The Apprenticeship Levy also provides an opportunity to upskill current staff by funding apprenticeships in a wide range of occupational areas. For

5 Oct 2017: LEES (the University’s appointed auditors for federal and EC grants) attended the 59th Annual Meeting of the National Council of University Research Administrators in Washington, DC, to understand current issues for UK institutions in respect of

2 Nov 2017: Search site. Centre for Digital Built Britain completed its five-year mission and closed its doors at the end of September 2022. This website remains as a legacy of the achievements of our five-year foundational journey towards a digital built

21 Apr 2017: The University of Cambridge Symplectic Elements system will be unavailable on the from 2pm on Friday 21 April until 10:30am on Monday 24 April. This is to enable an upgrade to version 5.4. We apologise for the inconvenience. If you require urgent

14 Nov 2017: This handbook is a supplement to your letter of appointment. It sets out your terms and conditions of employment in greater detail and explains the processes and rules involved. You are employed as a member of the Assistant Staff, a staff group

14 Nov 2017: These probationary arrangements expired on 30 September 2021. For the University’s revised probationary arrangements which apply from 1 October 2021, please follow this link. COVID-19 Voluntary Impact Assessment Form (Probation) Please refer to

21 Apr 2017: Technology Touching Life (TTL) is a new joint activity between BBSRC, EPSRC and MRC to support research into the development of technologies for discovery research in the life sciences. Further details are available at

25 Jan 2017: Engage people and organisations from beyond academia. To apply:.

14 Nov 2017: Hours of Work (Rules B1–B21) The pattern of hours of work varies between institutions according to the particular needs of each institution. You may not be required to work the same number of hours in each week, depending on the workload of the

27 Mar 2017: Type of Leave Stipend Normally Payable Conditions Sabbatical Leave (Statute C1 and Special Ordinance C (i) 1, Form CHRIS/67 According to the rules for payment of stipend whilst on leave under Special Ordinance C(i) — normally accrued at rate of

5 Oct 2017: The Research Operations Office is about to embark on the next Research Administrators' Programme for 2018 (ROOTS Tier 2) and we are pleased to invite expressions of interest from all staff within the University who play an active role in the grants

22 Oct 2017: Global BIM Network launches Call for Knowledge. 12 August 2021. Building a global evidence base to support government investment in built environment innovation that delivers benefits for people and places Following

10 Feb 2017: Search site. Estates Division. Leaflets & Flyers. To some people they’re leaflets, to others they’re flyers.

2 Feb 2017: Helping Stem Researchers Publish Join us for the second in our series exploring resources to help with the process of publishing your research in STEM disciplines - from innovative approaches to recording observations, to the dos and don'ts of peer

20 Feb 2017: Submitted by Grainne Kennedy on Mon, 2017-02-20 17:10. On 2 February 130 people gathered at the University Centre to hear about the University’s new Sustainable Food Policy.

23 May 2017: intervening in public debate over migration, through a case study highlighting the place of the University itself as a node of exchange between people, objects, words, images and music over the

25 Jan 2017: These gardens can differ greatly but what they all have in common is the enthusiasm and creativity of the people who tend to them.

29 Mar 2017: Type of Leave Stipend Normally Payable Conditions Leave to work part-time on a temporary basis Special Ordinances C (i) 2 (c), Form CHRIS/74 Pro rata on either a permanent or temporary basis for up to 5 years at a time (renewable); Sabbatical leave

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

15 Mar 2017: Communicates persuasively with senior members of the University, the relevant Committees, and with people at all levels across the University and outside the University in the UK and worldwide as appropriate. ... Communicates effectively and

27 Mar 2017: Type of Leave Stipend Normally Payable Conditions Leave to work part-time on a temporary basis Special Ordinances C (i) 2 (c), Form CHRIS/74 Pro rata for up to 3 (awaiting approval to change to 5) years at a time (renewable); Sabbatical leave

28 Mar 2017: Most people experience stress at some point in their lives, affecting people in different ways. ... In addition, people with philosophical or religious beliefs may interpret their experience of stress in different ways.

10 Apr 2017: These probationary arrangements expired on 30 September 2021. For the University’s revised probationary arrangements which apply from 1 October 2021, please follow this link. COVID-19 Voluntary Impact Assessment Form (Probation) Please refer to

23 Aug 2017: Search the University Training Booking System for learning opportunities in the skill area you are interested in e.g. enter 'project management' in the search box to view options across training providers. Access the range PPD training and learning

4 Oct 2017: All are used to helping people from many different backgrounds and cultures and with a wide range of personal issues. ... It is never acceptable. People have the right to expect the same standards of behaviour online as those expected in face-to-face

21 Sep 2017: Financial acumen Definition of attribute Demonstrates comprehensive understanding of the application of financial, accounting, and economic concepts to the budgeting and resource allocation process of the University Makes well-informed and timely

28 Mar 2017: Employees Submit special leave requests to the relevant manager using the appropriate documentation and providing supporting information where needed. Employees can contact their HR Adviser in the first instance to discuss the special leave request

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

28 Mar 2017: the adverse reaction people have to excessive pressures or other types of demand placed upon them. ... In addition, people may interpret their experience of stress in different ways, for example according to their philosophical or religious belief.

29 Mar 2017: Search site. Human Resources. Questions and answers. Q. What should I do if I am unwell and unable to work? First notify your immediate manager by telephone as early as possible on the first day of your absence. You should provide your manager with

3 Jul 2017: In its commendation, the Royal Academy of Engineering said the Raspberry Pi “has revolutionised control systems and redefined the way people engage with coding”. ... With a team of engineers numbering in the tens, not hundreds or thousands,

21 Mar 2017: Wellcome trust has announced that for all grants awarded from 1st October 2017 onwards, the standard allowance for grant inflation will increase from 1.6% to 2.0% per annum. Existing grants will not be affected.

3 Aug 2017: The presentations from the RGUG meeting on 27 July are now available on the ROO website https://www.research-operations.admin.cam.ac.uk/about-us/rgug/rgug-meeting-27-july-2017 Future meeting dates are Thursday 28th September 2017 10am - 11:30am Mill

7 Nov 2017: The University of Cambridge is keen to engage people who are enthusiastic about learning new skills in the workplace whilst studying to obtain an accredited qualification.

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

6 Jan 2017: Leading and engaging others. Dealing with challenging people situations. Leading successful change.

21 Sep 2017: Enhanced. Communicates strategically to achieve specific institutional objectives, with the ability to unite diverse people or groups around a common goal.

1 Dec 2017: Funds raised from this project go toward supporting a mental health charity in Cambridge, that works with young people).

24 Mar 2017: The Researchfish submission has now closed for RCUK, BHF, CRUK, NIHR & NC3Rs and we would like to thank all researchers and administrative staff for uploading your outputs and submitting a return.

19 Oct 2017: The RCUK submission period for Researchfish will be the 5th February to 15th March 2018. In preparation for the submission period, all Principal Investigators are encouraged to update their Symplectic Elements account with their current research

20 Oct 2017: The Research Operations Office is about to embark on the next Research Administrators' Programme for 2018 (ROOTS Tier 2) and we are pleased to invite expressions of interest from all staff within the University who play an active role in the grants