Researcher professional development
WEBVitae International Researcher Development Conference 2024. 2 - 5 September 2024. We look forward to welcoming you to our annual flagship event, the Vitae International Researcher Development Conference 2024 (#VitaeCon2024) for all those with an interest in the policy and practice of global researcher development. Book now.
About us — Vitae Website
WEBRealising the potential of researchers, globally. Vitae is the global leader in supporting the professional development of researchers, experienced in working with institutions as they strive for research excellence, innovation and impact. We are a non-profit programme, part of the Careers Research & Advisory Centre (CRAC) Ltd, with over 50 ...
Defending your doctoral thesis: the PhD viva — Vitae Website
WEBOnce you have submitted your thesis you will be invited to defend your doctorate at a ‘viva voce' (Latin for ‘by live voice') or oral examination. The thesis defence can be a daunting prospect, but many people really enjoy this experience of discussing their PhD research with genuinely interested experts. It can also be a useful networking ...
Vitae 2025 — Vitae Website
WEBThe new roadmap to support Vitae’s strategic vision to 2025 is an exciting direction that builds on the championing of research culture and global collaboration. Evolved over two years of planning, Vitae 2025 encompasses learnings from Vitae international member forums that identified community challenges and priorities and analysis of Vitae ...
About the Vitae Researcher Development Framework
WEBOur online app based on the RDF is an approach to planning your professional development. Use it to identify strengths, plan actions, review achievements and create a portfolio of evidence. Find out how PGRs have benefitted from using RDF. Using the RDF for researchers. The RDF for researcher developers. For the supervisor, Research Director or …
Doing a doctorate — Vitae Website
WEBDoing a doctorate. Although the practicalities of doing a doctorate differ to some extent by discipline and institution, these pages give general advice on various aspects of doing and doctorate and how to access further support and guidance. Refer to your institution for specific guidance on the requirements for your doctoral programme.
The Vitae Researcher Development Framework
WEBContent. The Vitae Researcher Development Framework (RDF) is structured into four domains covering the knowledge, behaviours and attributes of researchers. It sets out the wide-ranging knowledge, intellectual abilities, techniques and professional standards expected to do research, as well as the personal qualities, knowledge and skills to work with others and ensure the wider impact of research.
Doing research — Vitae Website
WEBWe have put together a comprehensive collection of useful resources relating to Open Research. These pages have been developed to coincide with Open Access week and include a 15 minute open research podcast Vitae made in conjunction with Taylor & Francis. Click here to find out more. Read the highlights from the VitaeChat on Open Access and ...
Starting a doctorate — Vitae Website
WEBStarting a doctorate can seem daunting, but with a bit of organisation, it can be a smooth experience. The Vitae Researcher Development Framework Getting started in research lens is a useful resource to help you keep track of the competencies you should be developing at this stage of your research career. Doctoral researchers have repeatedly quoted enthusiasm for their topic and confidence as ...
Publications — Vitae Website
WEBVitae undertakes sector intelligence reports and publications as well as provides member informed responses to consultations and inquiries including the response to the 10 year independent review of Concordat. Read our latest annual report and extra accessible version. Read about the key findings and recommendations in the Building REsearch ...
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