Governance
NINE DTP is a collaborative partnership that operates in accordance with our guiding principles of engagement, participation, partnership and accountability.
Our governance structures ensure NINE DTP is managed in accordance with the needs of the partner institutions and our constituent members.
The NINE DTP Academic Leads
The NINE DTP academic leads are responsible for the governance of the doctoral training partnership, and bear responsibility for ensuring that the partnership is managed in accordance with ESRC and institutional regulations and guidelines. The academic leads are senior members of academic staff from each constituent institution, and they are supported by the DTP Manager.
Professor Philip Steinberg
Director
Dr Lisa Garforth
Deputy Director – Student Innovation
Professor Aoife O’Donoghue
Deputy Director – Knowledge Exchange
Professor Catherine Hayes
Professor Anth Lloyd
Dr Conor Murray
Joanne Brayson
DTP Manager
DTP Management Steering Committee
The Management Steering Committee receives reports from the NINE DTP Director and Manager relating to the performance of the DTP in relation to NINE and ESRC strategic targets.
The Committee reports to University and Faculty Executive Boards in each partner institution.
The Committee comprises representatives from each University at PVC Research or Head of Faculty level.
Academic Quality Committee
The Academic Quality Committee (AQC) provides the operational and strategic leadership of the DTP, and the foundation for inclusive governance.
The Committee comprises the Directors Committee, our Training Pathway Directors and student representatives from each year.
DTP Directors Committee
The Directors Committee meets on a regular basis to discuss core DTP business and consists of internal leadership across the seven institutions. Chaired jointly by DTP Director and Deputy Director – Student Innovation.
Student Innovation Forum
The Student Innovation Forum is a student driven forum. It provides the chance for students to have their say on topics driven by the Deputy Director – Student Innovation and a place to give feedback. This is chaired by the student representatives.
Supervisor Forum
The Supervisor Forum allows all supervisors the opportunity to give input into training and provide updates on DTP progress and procedures. It provides the chance to share best practices in supervision and links to further supervisor development opportunities.
Training, Development & Employability Committee
The Training Group assesses training delivery across the DTP. It monitors and identifies student needs, and the broader student experience across the lifetime of the studentship.
Studentship Committee
The Studentship Committee manages the annual NINE open competition for studentship awards. The committee reports to the Strategic Oversight committee, and the Academic Quality Committee.
The Studentships Committee comprises the NINE DTP Directors Committee, with at least four external reviewers appointed on an annual basis. The Committee is chaired by the NINE Director.
Knowledge Exchange Forum
The Knowledge Exchange Forum provides external guidance for institutional PGR strategy, methodological innovations and skills needs in the research community. It facilitates, encourages and enables knowledge exchange opportunities.
