The Research Activity Index (RAI) is used at VU as transparent and objective measure of research activity. The RAI informs academic workloads as well as being used in a variety of other contexts. The RAI incorporates research funding, research publications and higher degree research student completions achieved over a 3 year assessment window. Other significant research outcomes can also be included. The RAI incorporates weightings designed to strongly drive research quality and collaboration. Staff at different academic levels are expected to achieve distinct benchmarks.
Researchers can access their calculated Research Activity Index by clicking on the following links.
New academic staff are able to get recognition for research outcomes achived at other institutions. Staff needing to do this should contact the Office for Research.
RAI policies
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Forms:
University Research Institute/Centre Associates
Researchers are encouraged to become formal associates of University Research Centres/Institutes.
