Engaging RTPs at CIUK: Elevating Awareness of Professional Skills - Task 018

Fit to programme

This task has been identified by the working groups as part of the agenda behind WP 3.3 and WP 3.4.

The task number is 018.

Description

This task centres on the design and delivery of a dedicated session at CIUK 2025, aimed at engaging Research Technical Professionals (RTPs) in a meaningful conversation about professional skills. CIUK provides a unique opportunity to reach a wide audience of technical staff working at the intersection of research and infrastructure, making it an ideal platform to raise awareness and foster dialogue around the skills that underpin effective collaboration, leadership, and career progression. The session will be crafted to go beyond traditional presentations, incorporating interactive elements that invite RTPs to reflect on their own experiences and contribute to shaping a shared understanding of professional skills. The event will also serve as a space to share early insights from the consortium’s work on defining professional skills, helping to validate and refine this emerging framework through direct input from the community. The feedback and engagement generated will inform future training design and communications, ensuring that professional development offerings are aligned with the real needs and aspirations of RTPs.

Outcomes

• A well-attended and interactive session at CIUK 2025 that engages RTPs in meaningful dialogue about professional skills.
• A summary report capturing participant feedback, insights, and recommendations for future training and engagement strategies.
• Recommendations for how SHAREing can use events like CIUK to embed and promote professional skills development across the consortium.