People and Culture
The People and Culture function at the Cancer Research UK Scotland Institute (CRUKSI) provides a proactive, high-quality service that supports the delivery of the Institute’s research strategy. Core services include Human Resources, Learning and Organisational Development, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, Employee Engagement, and Wellbeing.
What We Do
The team works closely with scientific and professional services leaders across the Institute to attract and develop talented people who can contribute to our research mission. We provide expert advice and support throughout the employee lifecycle, from attraction and recruitment through to onboarding, development, performance and career progression.
Our Priority
Our priority is to create the culture and environment in which people can thrive and do their best work. We focus on wellbeing, engagement, inclusion, leadership and effective people practices, creating the conditions that enable colleagues to perform at their best and contribute to the delivery of world-leading cancer research.
Team Growth
We invest in developing our people and building the capability the Institute needs for the future. This includes supporting career development, strengthening leadership and creating opportunities for learning, progression and collaboration. In line with the Concordat to Support the Career Development of Researchers, we support researchers at every stage of their careers, helping us attract and develop outstanding talent and build the skills and expertise needed to deliver our long-term research ambitions.
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
We are committed to creating an equitable, diverse and inclusive research environment where talented people from all backgrounds can contribute, develop and succeed. Working in partnership with Research Management and colleagues across the Institute, we embed EDI across our people practices, research careers and organisational culture.
Builds an Inclusive Research Culture
Embedding equity, diversity and inclusion into the way we attract, develop and support our people, helping create an environment where everyone can contribute and thrive.
Develops Diverse Leadership
Through initiatives such as Black Leaders in Cancer (BLIC), supporting greater representation, leadership development and progression across cancer research.
Creates Opportunities for Research Careers
Through programmes such as the Daphne Jackson Fellowship, creating flexible routes back into research and supporting talented researchers to continue and develop their careers.
Broadens Participation and Opportunity
Working to widen access to research careers, strengthen our talent pipeline and ensure people from diverse backgrounds have opportunities to develop, progress and contribute to the Institute’s research mission.