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Researchers in Residence An Overview

Researchers in Residence An Overview. Beth Chesney-Evans Presentation to Administrators’ Conference Imperial College July 2010. Researchers in Residence is funded by Research Councils UK with support from The Wellcome Trust. What is RinR?.

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Researchers in Residence An Overview

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  1. Researchers in Residence An Overview Beth Chesney-Evans Presentation to Administrators’ Conference Imperial College July 2010 Researchers in Residence is funded by Research Councils UK with support from The Wellcome Trust

  2. What is RinR? A national scheme to help replenish the UK research base and develop researcher skills: • Places PhD and post-Docs into schools to deliver innovative projects • Set up in 1994 by Research Councils • Now funded by Research Councils and the Wellcome Trust

  3. Who runs RinR? Managed centrally, delivered regionally • Lead contractor is AEA, based in Harwell • Strategic and operational partners ASE The Training Group Katalytik Shared Practice STEMNET CRAC

  4. Aims and objectives Engaging tomorrow’s talent today! • Raises awareness of range of research subjects and careers • Inspires young people to apply to university • Increases scientific/research literacy and awareness in pupils not going on to further study • Develops researchers’ transferable skills • Creates mutually beneficial relationships between schools and researchers/universities

  5. Who can apply? RinR is open to: • UK secondary schools, colleges and sixth form colleges (state and private) • 11-19 age range • RCUK/Wellcome Trust-funded researchers • Universities and research institutes • ALL research subjects (STEM and non-STEM)

  6. How does RinR work? Steps to becoming an RinR • Easy online application system • “Match” brokered • Induction training and CRB checks • Placement project development • Ongoing mentoring and support • Helpline Mon - Fri • Online training, advice and guidance • Voluntary – researcher expenses paid

  7. What is a placement? Enhancing and adding value to the curriculum • Innovative and engaging approach • Duration = up to 24 hours over one year • Key Stages, across years, small groups • Flexible format and delivery • Results showcased on website www.researchersinresidence.ac.uk • Feedback and evaluation

  8. Researcher/university benefits Launch pad for outreach Stimulate interest in research Promote own research Enhanced CV Leadership/ communication skills Researchers/Universities Test out teaching Forge strong links with schools Team working skills Showcases research projects Builds confidence

  9. School/teacher/pupil benefits Builds status & recognition Improves learning experience Adds value to teaching and learning Develops confidence & rewards success Access to other value added activities Schools/Teachers/Pupils Opens up career horizons Extends education offering Links with University research departments Engages & enthuses Helps CPD

  10. RinR stakeholders RinR is actively supported by a range of “friends” and influential stakeholders • Awareness raising – newsletters, publicity • Joint events – Big Bang, NSEW • Recruitment assistance – SSAT, subject associations • Regional activities – Science Learning Centres • Access to further opportunities

  11. Researchers in Residence 329 Harwell, Didcot, OX11 0QJ w: www.researchersinresidence.ac.uk e: researchersinresidence@aeat.co.uk t: 0845 365 7470 Researchers in Residence is funded by Research Councils UK with support from The Wellcome Trust

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