This policy for the use of research indicators (metrics) by the University of Wolverhampton sets out a commitment to the Metric Tide Report’s 5 principles for responsible uses of research metrics (robustness; humility; transparency; diversity; and reflexivity).
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Responsible use of research metrics
In this blogpost, the University of Edinburgh’s Research Office explains the concept of ‘responsible research metrics’, what the University is doing to implement this and why, and what this means for research and researchers.
Our Commitment to Responsible Research Assessment
This statement on responsible research assessment from the University of Birmingham outlines nine commitments meant to introduce widespread culture change around research evaluation.
Strategies and tactics for recruiting to improve diversity and excellence (STRIDE)
This presentation from the Strategies and Tactics for Recruiting to Improve Diversity and Excellence (STRIDE) Committee at the University of Michigan describes the approach UMich has taken to maximize the chances of diverse, well-qualified candidates being identified and selected for faculty positions. It details the evolution of the policy, recommended practices and some outcomes observed over the years.
Handbook for faculty searches and promotion
This Handbook for Faculty Searches and Hiring from the University of Michigan provides guidelines for a comprehensive new faculty search and hiring process, with particular attention paid to concrete actions that can meet the University’s need for excellence with its desire for inclusiveness.
Department of Psychology, Oregon University | 2021
In this presentation, a representative from University of Oregon describes the approach that the Department…
Department of Psychology, University of Cologne | 2017
This job advert provides an example of a statement on open science that the University…
Guidelines for Preparing and Reviewing Promotion and Tenure Dossiers
Indiana University has created guidelines for promotion and tenure dossiers. This guide outlines many different parameters for the preparation of promotion and/or tenure including a wide variety of criteria to assist in these deliberations.
UCalgary signs Declaration on Research Assessment
In March 2021, University of Calgary became a signatory of DORA, recognizing a need for reform in research policy. This resource highlights UCalgary’s motivation for signing DORA, as well as their plans for a new framework regarding research assessment.