Led by Professor Geoff Whitty. The session will explain the importance of the RAE to the Institute, outline what we know about the rules for the 2001 RAE and identify what we all need to do by 31 December 2000 to meet the requirements. It will explore ways in which individuals can demonstrate that they are 'research active' and help the Institute retain its 5 star rating without jeopardising other important aspects of our mission. A special central appraisal training session has been scheduled for those colleagues who were absent when training was provided in their group or department. This will take place on Tuesday 6 July , 9.15-12.15 in Room 706.
Training is required before the appraisal interview is undertaken.
Heads of Groups and Departments are asked to ensure that all their staff know about and are encouraged to attend this session. Thursday 1 July , 10.00 to 12.00 in Room 777. Led by Marcus McDonald. Further details to follow. Duties will include providing clerical support for the promotion of the programme, dealing with enquiries, processing admission applications, assisting with arrangements for teaching days, processing examination results, and, creating and maintaining computerised and manual records.