Our researcher development workshops mapped against the UK's Researcher Development Framework (RDF). The Researcher Development Framework (RDF) presents the characteristics (called descriptors) of an excellent researcher. There are a total of 63 characteristics (such as collaboration, communication methods, integrity, financial management, etc.). They have been grouped into four domains. The RDF can be used by research staff to evaluate their current skillset and plan their personal development. All IAD researcher development courses have been mapped to the RDF, below. Domain A: Knowledge and intellectual abilities Our workshops for University of Edinburgh research staff which map to RDF Domain A: Knowledge and intellectual abilities. Information on how to locate and book them in the People and Money Learning App. Domain B: Personal effectiveness Our workshops for University of Edinburgh research staff which map to RDF Domain B: Personal effectiveness. Information on how to locate and book them in the People and Money Learning App. Domain C: Research governance and organisation Our workshops for University of Edinburgh research staff which map to RDF Domain C: Research governance and organisation. Information on how to locate and book them in the People and Money Learning App. Domain D: Engagement, influence and impact Our workshops for University of Edinburgh research staff which map to RDF Domain D: Engagement, influence and impact. Information on how to locate and book them in the People and Money Learning App. We have also developed a resource for RDF-based skill mapping. The ‘Training Needs Assessment’ has been designed to allow you to identify your current skillset and plan your future development as a researcher. There are two versions of the form available, please use the form which suits your needs best. Training needs analysis (Excel) - download now This article was published on 2024-02-26
