Benefits of KTPs for post-docs
Want to implement your Research in a commercial setting?
- Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTP) provide the opportunity for PhD’s, who have completed a collaborative research grant or CASE studentship, to apply their research in a commercial environment, managing challenging projects central to the development needs of participating companies.
- A KTP can help you enhance your career prospects by providing you with an opportunity to manage a challenging project central to a company’s strategic development and long-term growth
- Through the project you will play a key role in managing and implementing strategic development in a company and transfer knowledge between the business and University. As a KTP Associate you will be responsible for implementing YOUR research in a commercial environment with support from experienced staff from the company and the University
- A project lasts for a period of 12 months
Benefits of a Post Doc KTP
- An opportunity to develop the commercial potential of your research
- A vehicle to move your career into industry / business
- A chance to gain a nationally recognised professional management qualification from the Chartered Institute of Management (CMI)
- Continued training and development in your chosen area of expertise
Professional Development Opportunities for PhD’s
· You can also gain business-based experience and personal development opportunities. Associates can obtain a nationally recognised management qualification awarded by the Chartered Management Institute.
· As a project follows on from a CASE studentship or a collaborative research grant, it is based on the skills and expertise of the particular post-doc and your name WILL be included in the KTP Grant Application and approved by the sponsor
If you would like further recruitment information please email Marie Morley or call 01225 386487.