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Developing proposals. Overseeing funding. Tracking progress. All too often, time spent on clunky systems can pull focus away from carrying out our inspiring research.

The challenges The changes

“I have to spend far too long on manual, repetitive tasks instead of my academic work.”

More admin automation and standardisation to increase capacity for core research activities.

“I have to deal with multiple systems, with inconsistent processes between them.”

One core system, with standardised workflows across HR and finance activities.

“Tracking the accurate status of project grants is a chore, so it's difficult to plan ahead effectively.”

A single source of truth for budgets and forecasts, reducing the need to navigate contradictory data.

From what I've seen so far, the improvements in store for recruitment and other areas sound promising. Efficient admin processes are more than welcome, protecting time for core value-adding research and teaching.

Professor Luke Alphey, Chair in Genetics

News as it happens

We'll be able to share more information and guidance about any changes, and how you can contribute to them, over the coming weeks. For now, you can sign up for Slack or email updates to learn more as the details take shape.

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