Purpose

Research Advisory Board advises and supports the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Research), and reports to the Vice-Chancellor.

Responsibilities

The Research Advisory Board’s primary responsibilities are:

• to provide advice and support to the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Research) in setting the policies and strategic direction of the University in relation to research
• to oversee the University’s progress against its Research Strategy as part of the wider University of Bath Strategy 2021-2026
• to develop and monitor Research KPIs for the institution on behalf of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Research) that are approved by Senate
• consider how the conduct of its business could affect compliance with the University’s free speech duties

Scope

• All of the research community – staff, students and professional services with responsibility for enabling research
• All aspects of research success, development and impact
• All issues which directly affect research staff, students and our ability to continue to deliver high quality research

Procedural rules

Chair

Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Research).

Quorum

One third of membership.

Alternates

Ex-officio members may be represented by alternates if required.

Co-optees

The group may co-opt additional members for a time-limited period to support particular issues.

Minutes

The minutes will be shared through University Executive Board (UEB). The chair or delegated person will report on matters arising from the minutes at UEB.

Meeting frequency

Quarterly, or as determined by cycle of business.

Decision process

Primary

In-meeting by general agreement.

Secondary

Email outside meetings; requires 75% of membership to agree.

Tertiary

By Chair’s action, to be reported to next meeting.

Secretary

Nominated by Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Research).