ERDP – Training Needs Analysis
Researcher Development Framework – Training Needs Analysis
Competency level 1-5
Domain A:
Knowledge & Intellectual
Abilities
A1: Knowledge Base
A2:Cognitive abilities
A3: Creativity
Target level
Subject Knowledge
Research Methods- theoretical
knowledge
Research methods- practical
application
Information seeking
Information literacy & management
Languages
Academic Literacy and numeracy
Analysing
Synthesising
Critical Thinking
Evaluating
Problem Solving
Inquiring mind
Intellectual Insight
Innovation
Argument Construction
Intellectual Risk
Evidence:
Competency levels:
1= No experience in the skill
2= A little experience or competence in the skill
3= Some competence but below level required
4= Competent & confident, at level required
5= Expert- able to train, teach or coach research colleagues in this area
Date to be achieved
ERDP – Training Needs Analysis
Competency level 1-5
Domain B:
Personal Effectiveness
B1: Personal Qualities
B2: Self management
B3: Professional & career
development
Target level
Enthusiasm
Perseverence
Integrity
Self Confidence
Self-reflection
Responsibility
Preparation & prioritisation
Commitment to research
Time management
Responsiveness to change
Career management
Continuing professional development
Responsiveness to opportunities
Networking
Reputation & esteem
Evidence:
Competency levels:
1= No experience in the skill
2= A little experience or competence in the skill
3= Some competence but below level required
4= Competent & confident, at level required
5= Expert- able to train, teach or coach research colleagues in this area
Date to be achieved
ERDP – Training Needs Analysis
Competency level 1-5
Domain C: Research
Governance &
organisation
C1: Professional Conduct
C2: Research
Management
C3: Finance, funding &
resources
Target level
Health & safety
Ethics, principals and sustainability
Legal requirements
IPR and copyright
Respect & confidentiality
Attribution and co-authorship
Appropriate practise
Research Strategy
Project planning & delivery
Risk management
Income & funding generation
Financial Management
Infrastructure & resources
Evidence:
Competency levels:
1= No experience in the skill
2= A little experience or competence in the skill
3= Some competence but below level required
4= Competent & confident, at level required
5= Expert- able to train, teach or coach research colleagues in this area
Date to be achieved
ERDP – Training Needs Analysis
Competency level 1-5
Domain D: Engagement,
influence & impact
D1: Working with others
D2: Communication &
dissemination
D3: Engagement & impact
Target level
Collegiality
Team working
People management
Supervision
Mentoring
Influence & leadership
Collaboration
Equality & diversity
Communication methods
Communication media
Publication
Teaching
Public engagement
Enterprise
Society & culture
Global citizenship
Evidence:
Competency levels:
1= No experience in the skill
2= A little experience or competence in the skill
3= Some competence but below level required
4= Competent & confident, at level required
5= Expert- able to train, teach or coach research colleagues in this area
Date to be achieved