continuing professional development programme (research
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Continuing Professional
Development Programme
(Research)Research Office
2020
-21
Our approach to research development at YSJ.YSJ is a small university with big aspirations for research. Our approach to supporting the development of research recognises that the development needs of staff vary depending on the stage of career and cognate area, while also being aware that a key set of personal and professional skills underpins all successful research careers.
The programme is coordinated by the Research Office and delivered by YSJ School Research Leads who are responsible for strategically guiding research within each school, as well as our professoriate who are our most senior and experienced researchers. It is an exciting programme and offers an array of development opportunities to our academic community.
Professor Andy HillActing PVC Research
Our aimTo ensure that we provide professional development opportunities to equip all researchers with the skills they need to conduct impactful research recognised for its quality, rigour and integrity. We achieve this by drawing on the strengths of researchers from across the university and inviting high-quality external contributors to share their expertise with us. All of the CPD activities outlined in this booklet align with the Vitae Researcher Development Framework (RDF), which aims to guide the development of world-leading researchers.
Themes for 2020 – Open and accessible research – Core research skills – New research techniques
Range of activities – Short sessions and workshops – School specific seminar series – YSJU staff research conference
Key InformationSessions marked with a are available for staff only
Sessions marked with a are available for staff, GTAs and PGRs
Session DetailsFor full session details, including dates, times and venues, please visit https://staffroom.yorksj.ac.uk and go to the Research Office homepage.
Meet the team
Emma SunleyResearch Office
Chris Moreh York Business School
Pauline Kollontai Humanities
Elizabeth Goodwin-Andersson Research Office
Matthew Reason School of the Arts
Matthew Clark Education, Language and Psychology
Daniel Madigan Science Technology and Health
The RDF is a professional development framework for planning, promoting and supporting the personal, professional and career development of researchers in higher education. It articulates the knowledge, behaviours and attributes of successful researchers and encourages them to realise their potential.
It has key four domains: Knowledge and Intellectual Abilities (A) Engagement, Influence and Impact; Personal Effectiveness (B); Research Governance and Organisation (C); and Engagement, Influence and Impact.
Knowledge and intellectual abilities (A)The knowledge, intellectual abilities and techniques to do research
A1 Knowledge base
A2 Cognitive abilities
A3 Creativity
Personal effectiveness (B)The personal qualities and approach to be an effective researcher
B1 Personal qualities
B2 Self-management
B3 Professional and career development
Research governance and organisation (C)The knowledge of the standards, requirements and professionalism to do research
C1 Professional conduct
C2 Research management
C3 Finance, funding, and resources
Engagement, influence and impact (D)The knowledge and skills to work with others and ensure the wider impact of research
D1 Working with others
D2 Communication and dissemination
D3 Engagement and Impact
Vitae Researcher Development Framework (RDF)
The RDF supports the implementation of the Concordat to Support the Career Development of Researchers – on which YSJ is a signatory - and the QAA Code of practice for research degree programmes.
Programme of Sessions
Full full session details, including dates, times and venues, please visit https://staffroom.yorksj.ac.uk
and go to the Research Office homepage.
Title: Open access for researchers Facilitators: Library & Learning ServicesRDF Indicator: B2, D2Date: 13 October 2020
Title: Data management for researchers Facilitators: Library & Learning ServicesRDF Indicator: B2, D2Date: 13 October 2020
Title: Copyright and Intellectual Property (IP)Facilitators: Chloe BeswickRDF Indicator: B2, D2Date: 13 October 2020
Title: GDPR for researchers Facilitators: Liam WilkinsonRDF Indicator: C2Date: 13 October 2020
Title: Using questionnaires for research Facilitators: Reverend Professor Andrew VillageRDF Indicator: A1Date: 26 October 2020
Title: Action modes of research Facilitators: Professor Jeff Gold RDF Indicator: A1Date: 26 October 2020
Title: Research ethics Facilitators: Chairs of School Ethics CommitteesRDF Indicator: C1Date: 11 November 2020
Title: Introducing creative methods into research Facilitators: Professor Divine CharuraRDF Indicator: A1, A3Date: 11 November 2020
Title: Using RaY, your institutional repositoryFacilitators: Library & Learning Services RDF Indicator: B3, D2 Date: 11 November 2020
Title: Using language corpora for research beyond linguisticsFacilitators: Professor Chris HallRDF Indicator: A1 Date: 07 December 2020
Title: Working on publication in the artsFacilitators: Professor Matthew ReasonRDF Indicator: D2Date: 07 December 2020
Title: Managing a research projectFacilitators: Professor Lee HigginsRDF Indicator: D2Date: 07 December 2020
Title: A beginner’s guide to the Research Excellence Framework (REF) Facilitators: Dr Elizabeth Goodwin-AnderssonRDF Indicator: C1Date: 07 December 2020
Title: Use of arts-based methods in qualitative research Facilitators: Professor Matthew ReasonRDF Indicator: A1Date: 13 January 2021
Title: The challenges and strategies in participation research Facilitators: Associate Professor Nick RoweRDF Indicator: A1, C1Date: 13 January 2021
Title: Research with vulnerable groupsFacilitators: Professor Divine CharuraRDF Indicator: C1, C2Date: 13 January 2021
Title: Knowledge in the social sciences: Research, the researcher and the researchedFacilitators: Professor John TribeRDF Indicator: A1, B1, C1Date: 4 February 2021
Title: Feel the fear and do it anyway: innovation and intellectual risk takingFacilitators: Associate Professor Sarah Lawson-WelshRDF Indicator: A3Date: 4 February 2021
Title: Braiding critical writing with creative thinking Facilitators: Associate Professor Claire HindRDF Indicator: A3Date: 04 February 2021
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Title: Introduction to grant funders and funding Facilitators: Alice HiendlRDF Indicator: C3Date: 4 February 2021
Sessions marked with a are available for staff onlySessions marked with a are available for staff, GTAs and PGRsSessions marked with a 3 are available for staff only and are part of our support for ECR
Key Information
Programme of Sessions
Title: Introduction to social statistics using Stata Facilitators: Dr Chris MorehRDF Indicator: A1Date: 02 March 2021
Title: Being a reflexive researcher Facilitators: Professor Pauline Kollontai and Joan WaltonRDF Indicator: A3Date: 02 March 2021
Title: Practice-based research in the arts and humanities Facilitators: Dr Rob EdgarRDF Indicator: A1, A2Date: 02 March 2021
Title: Knowledge transfer partnershipsFacilitators: Marc Fleetham and Sarah JonesRDF Indicator: D3Date: 02 March 2021
Title: Transforming creative practice into a creative research project Facilitators: Associate Professor Vanessa CorbyRDF Indicator: A1 Date: 31 March 2021
Title: Pluralistic research design Facilitators: Professor Lynne GabrielRDF Indicator: A1Date: 09 April 2021
Title: Ethnographic fieldworkFacilitators: Professor Lee HigginsRDF Indicator: A1Date: 10 May 2021
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Title: A beginner’s guide to editing books Facilitators: Professor Helen SauntsonRDF Indicator: B3Date: 10 May 2021
Title: Supporting your postgraduate researchers (PGRs) in doctoral writing Facilitators: Clare Cunningham, Joan Walton and Charlotte Haines LyonRDF Indicator: B1, B2Date: 10 May 2021
Title: Reviewing for academic journalsFacilitators: Professor Andrew HillRDF Indicator: C1Date: 10 May 2021
Title: Publishing in academic journals Facilitators: Professor Andrew HillRDF Indicator: D2Date: 10 May 2021
Title: Equality & Diversity in ResearchFacilitators: Professor Matthew ReasonRDF Indicator: D1Date: 10 May 2021
Title: Q&A with journal editorsFacilitators: Professor Andrew Hill, Professor Matthew Reason and Associate Professor Sarah Lawson-WelshRDF Indicator: B3Date: 10 June 2021
Title: Balancing breadth and depth in a research career Facilitators: Professor David WeirRDF Indicator: B3Date: 10 June 2021
Title: Writing successful book proposals Facilitators: Professor Helen SauntsonRDF Indicator: B3Date: 10 June 2021
Title: Text and discourse-based analysis Facilitators: Professor Matthew ClarkeRDF Indicator: A1Date: 10 June 2021
Title: Transparency, reliability and significance in social scienceFacilitators: Dr Chris MorehRDF Indicator: C1Date: 31 March 2021
Title: Theory, media and film Facilitators: Dr Steve RawleRDF Indicator: A1, A2, B1, D3Date: 31 March 2021
Title: Researcher self-careFacilitators: Professor Lynne GabrielRDF Indicator: B2Date: 31 March 2021
Title: Introduction to comprehensive meta-analysis Facilitators: Dr Daniel MadiganRDF Indicator: A1Date: 09 April 2021
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Title: Lessons learned from postgraduate research (PGR) supervision Facilitators: Professor Andrew HillRDF Indicator: D1Date: 09 April 2021
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Title: Navigating early career research Facilitators: Dr Daniel MadiganRDF Indicator: B3Date: 09 April 2021
Full full session details, including dates, times and venues, please visit https://staffroom.yorksj.ac.uk
and go to the Research Office homepage.
Sessions marked with a are available for staff onlySessions marked with a are available for staff, GTAs and PGRsSessions marked with a 3 are available for staff only and are part of our support for ECR
Key Information
Fast Track Your Research ImpactFacilitator: Professor Mark ReedThis session provides you with tools to generate and communicate the impacts of your research. You will learn how to create a powerful impact plan, engage with your stakeholders, and how to evaluable your impact for future proposals. As part of the training you will receive a copy of Professor Reed’s Research Impact Handbook and access to a five-week follow-up programme.
Grant Writing MasterclassFacilitator: ScriptoriaThis interactive course will help you to plan, develop and write high-quality research proposals from those with experience serving on review panels. You will develop your ability to assess risks, gather evidence, and produce a clear strategy for collaborative grants.
External Development
Public Engagement Facilitator: National Co-ordinating Centre for Public Engagement (NCCPE)
This opportunity enables you to examine a series of frameworks to develop high quality public engagement for your research. Taking part in activities and discussions to develop and evaluate your own strategic approach relating to your research. Throughout this course you will enhance your own professional and personal skills to increase your confidence in public engagement.
Full full session details, including dates, times and venues, please visit https://staffroom.yorksj.ac.uk
and go to the Research Office homepage.
Sessions marked with a are available for swf only and are part of our support for ECR
Key Information
Research Collaboration Supervisor ResourcesSchool Research SeminarsEach school provides regular opportunities to attend research seminars which include expert visiting speakers, as well as research presentations from staff, GTAs and PGRs. School research seminars provide a perfect setting for collaborating, sharing and disseminating current research, and engaging in academic discussions.
Research Collaboration Corner Researchers are encouraged to actively engage in our online Research Collaboration Corner. This virtual space aims to cultivate inter and multidisciplinary research collaborations and strengthen partnerships across the University. It offers a place to meet and share ideas with researchers from other disciplines, find collaborators and receive peer input to potential research projects.
YSJU Staff Research ConferenceEvery year colleagues across the university come together to share their research. It is particularly exciting to hear about projects that have been supported by YSJ are developing and is a great way of identifying opportunities for interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary research.
Postgraduate Research Supervisor Forum (PRSF)Our Postgraduate Research Supervisor Forums (PRSF) occur regularly throughout each academic year facilitating opportunities for research supervisors to share experience and good practice. These sessions are designed to address current topics relating to research supervision, explore needs identified by the Research Degree Sub-Committee (RDSC), and PGR feedback.
Supervisor TrainingFor those new to supervision at York St John University, our training ensures you meet the University’s eligibility criteria prior to undertaking an online training course which covers the PGR lifecycle and opportunities for continuous professional development. After completing your training, you will be added to our RDSC supervisor register.
UKCGE Supervisory FrameworkSupplementing our own support for research supervision, the University utilises the UK Council for Graduate Education (UKCGE) Good Supervisory Practice Framework. Underpinned by an extensive body of academic research, the framework sets out expectations for supervisors at a national level.
