Types of Research
n
Identify the type of research by reference to
the agenda, funding and use/ownership
of results
n
Use the Lambert Decision Guide to help with
the answer
n
Are there public funder terms/conditions?
Finding and Winning
n
Network through conferences
Financial Support
n
Register your CV on your institution's
sponsored programme database
n
Search relevant websites for research proposals
n
Be aware of your institution's policy issues and
any special regulations
n
Sketch out and tailor your research plan in
accessible language
n
Consider the target sponsor's issues and
adapt accordingly
Contract Issues
n
Be familiar with grant terms and conditions
n
Identify funding in cash and in kind
n
Know how research is costed
n
Which expenses are to be met?
n
Tie up the payment schedule with cash flow
n
Agree contingency plans for variations
n
Is the sponsor claiming R&D tax relief?
n
Check if VAT is chargeable
n
Limit your liabilities
Research Plan
n
Develop Research Plan before contract is signed
n
Make sure the contract terms and Research
Plan do not contradict
n
Cover work scope, objectives, resources,
timetable, cost and dissemination
n
Plan for possible changes
n
Agree dates for the start and end of Project
(include report writing)
n
Set up milestone dates to measure key points
Research Contracts Checklist
TYPES
FUNDING
RESEARCH
PLAN
