Researchers in Residence is funded by Research Councils UK with support from The Wellcome Trust. Researchers in Residence.

Researchers in Residence is funded by Research Councils UK with support from The Wellcome Trust. www.researchersinresidence.ac.uk

Researchers in Residence An Overview

Researchers in Residence is funded by Research Councils UK with support from The Welcome Trust

by Dr Clare Woulds, 18/05/2101


Who Am I?Who Am I?

RESEARCHER

LECTURER

OCEANOGRAPHER

BIOGEOCHEMIST

Researcher In

Residence


IntroductionIntroduction

• Aims of the scheme

•How it works

•My own experience

•Questions


What is RinR?What is RinR?

A national scheme to replenish the UK research base:

• Places early stage career researchers into schools for mutual benefit

• Creates and delivers innovative placement projects


Aims and objectivesAims and objectives

Engaging tomorrow’s talent today!

• Create mutually beneficial relationships betweens schools and researchers and their universities

• Inspire young people to study A levels and go to university

• Raise awareness of range of research subjects and careers


Who can apply? Who can apply?

RinR is open to applications from:

• Secondary schools and 6th form colleges

• Research Council and Wellcome Trust-funded researchers

RinR placements cover:

• ALL subjects – STEM and non-STEM

• 11 – 19 age group

Easy online application system!

www.researchersinresidence.ac.uk


What is a placement?What is a placement?

• An innovative project that extends/ adds value to the curriculum• Key Stage or across year groups

• Up to 24 hours duration per year

• Flexible – week(s), term, school year

• Includes lessons, after-school clubs, lab visits, outreach

• Results showcased on RinR website


How does RinR work?How does RinR work?

• “Matches” based on set criteria

• Induction training and CRB checks

• Advice to teachers

• Online training, advice and guidance

• One-to-one mentoring and support

• Helpline 0900 to 1700 Mon-Fri


My Experience...My Experience...

•2 Placements

•My old secondary school, The Plume School, Essex.

•Blocks of several days



•Assemblies

•Rock collection for geography and chemistry classes

•Ecology and coastal erosion classes planned for year 9 to A-level

•Review of Key Stage 3 curriculum

•Lunchtime seminars for 6th form about university





•Benefits to me:•Fun•Invigorating•Communication skills•Outreach •Profile

•Some thoughts:•Start planning early•Don’t worry if it has to be a little off-the-cuff!


The benefits of RinRThe benefits of RinR

For researchers/universities:

• Develops communication, team working, leadership skills• Enhances CV• Samples teaching as a career• Promotes individual research• Raises departmental profile



For pupils:

• Opens up wider horizons• Introduces them to range of research subjects and careers• Develops self-confidence and skills• Gives access to wider schemes• Rewards enthusiasm and success



For teachers:

• Adds value to curriculum• Contributes to teachers’ CPD• Brings status and recognition• Brokers long-term relationships with research


Questions?Questions?


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Researchers in Residence is funded by Research Councils UK with support from The Wellcome Trust. Researchers in Residence.

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