This opinion piece provides the rationale for changes happening at Utrecht University with regards to evaluation of its researchers.
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Academia in Motion: Recognition and Rewards at Leiden University
In 2020 Leiden University implemented a new initiative to revamp academic recognition and rewards. Academia in Motion: Recognition & Rewards describes Leiden University’s commitment to diversity, as well as their ambition for diversification of careers, transparency and leadership.
Hong Kong Principles: Best Practices: Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Several organizations have implemented best practices in alignment with the Hong Kong Principles (HKP) for assessing and rewarding responsible research practices, promoting open science, and encouraging transparency.
Qualification Portfolio UMC Utrecht
The University Medical Center Utrecht (UMC Utrecht) Qualification Portfolio lists components for candidate professors or professors seeking promotion to include in a narrative.
Case Study: University Medical Centre Utrecht
This case study discusses the new evaluation framework in place at University Medical Center (UMC) Utrecht, implemented in 2021. This change in evaluation procedure was motivated by UMC Utrecht’s commitment to assessing researchers based on their scientific and societal contributions, and whose criteria were discussed in a group called Science in Transition (SIT).
Strategic Framework for Research
This Strategic Research Framework from the University of Amsterdam outlines that researchers will be evaluated based on contributions to innovation, developing strategic alliances, contributing to societal challenges, and team science. See page 28.
Vice Rector Magnificus Jantine Schuit about the Recognition & Rewards program
This is an interview with the Vice Rector Magnificus of Tilburg University outlining the commitment of the university to responsible assessment and the Recognition and Rewards Programme.