Delivering research excellence depends on attracting, developing and retaining high-achieving research staff. Our aim is to support the development of all research staff and to nurture our early career researchers (ECRs).
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Research Staff
We offer a variety of activities and resources to support the career and professional development of research staff, including Early Career Researchers (ECRs). More...
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The Concordat to Support the Career Development of Researchers
The Concordat to Support the Career Development of Researchers is an important national document that details the 'expectations and responsibilities of researchers, their managers, employers and funders.' More...
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University award for HR Excellence in Research
The European Commission has presented the University of Southampton with the HR (Human Resources) Excellence in Research award in recognition of its commitment to supporting the personal, professional and career development of its researchers. More...
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Professional Development Unit
Our Professional Development Unit (PDU) provides training and development to all University staff. The programme is open to research staff in addition to the specialist support we offer researchers. More...
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Working as a researcher
As an Early Career Researcher (ECR), with your time at a premium, ready access to relevant information about career management and related topics can be difficult. More...