Overview of this session

In line with Queen's work on Research Culture, internal funding schemes have recently been streamlined, and the application criteria has been widened to all staff involved in research. This now includes postdocs and research staff, where previously only academic staff could apply. For research staff, these small pots of money with straightforward applications are a great way to write their first proposals, build a track-record of applying and securing funding, and receiving the budget required to bring some of their ideas to life and develop their career and CV. The internal funding schemes presented at this session fund a large range of activities, including presenting at conferences, organising public engagement activities, meeting potential collaborators, generating preliminary data for a fellowship application and training etc.

While the content is tailored to research staff, it is also relevant to others and everyone is welcome to attend.

Details:

• Chris Browne, Senior Research Strategy and Policy Manager, will provide a short overview of the Research and Innovation Conference Fund, including an explanation of the guidance and criteria and application/funding process. This will touch on the rationale for having this Fund, why we want to promote conference attendance, and how we expect it will benefit the broader research culture and quality.
• James Dillon, Senior Research Impact and Engagement Manager, will provide an overview of the Engaged Research Seed Fund, outlining the eligibility and application procedure. James will provide some examples of funded projects and will describe the importance of these activities in the engagement and impact landscape, and the professional development of research colleagues.
• Patricia McCrory, member of the Research Development Team, will discuss the Agility Fund, which is an internal funding allocation that aims to provide a steady source of internal support for research and innovation activities. Patricia will provide an overview of the Agility Fund, the support available and the application process.

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The 'Postdoc Life' series