REF 2029 Research Diversity Advisory Panel recruitment

RDAP will develop strategies to support the equitable recognition of diverse forms of research within REF 2029 development, delivery, and assessment. 

Apply to join the panel

We particularly encourage applications from diverse groups, as well as diverse roles in and related to research. We welcome lived and learned experiences relevant to the aims of the panels. We also welcome applications from those committed to the broad notion of diversity in research, as essential to the fundamental purpose of the panel. 

In the application form you will be asked to outline the following areas with a maximum of 400 words for each section.  

1. Your knowledge and understanding relevant to the role

• Leading knowledge and understanding concerning diversity of research, defined as follows (more information can be found in the panel terms of reference).
  • Diverse research practices (for example, interdisciplinary research, practice research, meta-analysis, replication studies) 
  • Diverse output formats (for example, practice research outputs, audio and video content, longform outputs, scholarly editions, software, datasets, and artefacts) 
  • Diverse impact types and formats (for example, engagement, interdisciplinary impact, civic and regional impact)  
• A clear and comprehensive understanding of UK research assessment and its position in the wider research landscape, across the diversity of the sector. 

2. Your experience relevant to the role

• Experience of influencing policy and/or research assessment at a national or international level. 

• Experience of leading significant activity to improve diversity of research (as defined for this role). 

3. Your skills relevant to the role

• Experience of working with a collaborative, responsive and constructive approach balancing the needs of different stakeholders. 
• Experience in the critical assessment of complex subject matter and the delivery of simple and clear solutions. 

4. Your motivations for applying for the role

• Committed to the aims of the panel in the successful delivery of REF 2029. 

If you choose to be considered for a chair or deputy role you will have to outline the following: 

5. Your leadership experience relevant to the role

• Experience of chairing prominent groups of a similar nature, both in-person and online 
• Experience of and skills in leading inclusive panel meetings