Research Skills: Collaboration

An excellent researcher at doctoral or PhD level:

• Has developing awareness of the value of working collaboratively to benefit research and for maximising the potential for impact.
• Co-produces knowledge with supervisors/research leaders.
• Recognises common/conflicting interests within own and adjacent disciplines/research areas.

Looking ahead, a doctoral student can aim to become an excellent early-career researcher who:

• Builds collaborative relationships with a range of colleagues within own and adjacent disciplines/research areas and with stakeholders and users of research.
• Actively participates in and contributes to collaborations and external relationships.

Note: These skills are identified in the UK Researcher Development Framework – where they appear as D1.7 Working with Others: Collaboration