Reflections on staff development: Provides an overview of my work in the area of researcher development

My current role in researcher development at Middlesex University uses all my prior experience in research leadership and research mentoring. I was appointed in 2014 to raise the Business School’s research profile and transform the research culture at this post-92 university. This is achieved by improving research skills and capabilities and creating a supportive climate for junior academics.

Without you and your resilient character which inspired me, I would have given up! You told me not to give up and I haven’t. I think one of the really amazing things about you is that you don’t make people feel they are a failure! (Middlesex colleague, unsolicited email)

This white paper outlines my work in this area in detail, with a focus on advice for universities interested in creating a similar function. It is a long story, so you may want to skip to the sections that are most relevant to you.