Mandatory training for research staff
Mandatory training for research staff at Oxford Brookes University
University Research Induction
14 October 2026, 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
This introductory session for new research-active staff will cover research strategy, policies and integrity; training and development opportunities; mentoring; institutional resources and support.
Navigating the Research Ethics Approval Process
24 November 2026, 11:00 am to 12:00 pm
Training will walk staff through the process of obtaining ethics approval from the University Research Ethics Sub-Committees, to help make your journey as smooth as possible.
Research Data Management
28 January 2027, 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Training will cover IT resources for research data management, sharing your research data, data protection and creating a data management plan.
Applying for External Research Grants
11 February 2027, 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Training will outline why external research funding is important, with a focus on university processes, systems and support. It will cover funding opportunities, costing, impact and peer support.
Managing an External Research Grant
3 March 2027, 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Find out about the roles and responsibilities of the Principal Investigator in recruiting, managing and developing research staff and the who and where of post award support at Oxford Brookes.
Research Integrity
15 April 2027, 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm
An overview of the University's Code of Practice for Academic Integrity, including principles of good research practice and procedures for investigating allegations of research misconduct.
University Research Induction 16 June 2027
16 June 2027, 11:00 am to 12:00 pm
This introduction for new staff covers research strategy, policies and integrity; training and development opportunities; mentoring; institutional resources and support - Repeat of October Induction.