The RCR Toolkit provides advice on developing responsible conduct of research (RCR) programming for postdocs. The toolkit is currently under construction and will continue to grow as articles are added.
Table of Contents
Introduction
An introduction to RCR for the postdoc, including a list of RCR topic areas for emphasis
Quick Start Guide
Suggestions on how to begin planning an RCR training program and some good introductory resources
Determining the Goals and Content of your Program
Advice on designing a program, including identifying objectives as well as the RCR topic areas that will be covered and their pertinence to postdocs
A. Data Acquisition, Management, Sharing and Ownership
B. Mentor/Trainee Responsibilities
C. Publication Practices and Responsible Authorship
D. Peer Review
E. Collaborative Science
F. Research Misconduct
G. Communication and Difficult Conversations
Tailoring RCR Programs to Postdocs
Some guidance on tailoring an RCR program to postdocs
Choosing a Program Format
An overview of some different program formats with model programs
A. Short Course or Single Workshop
B. Course or Workshop Series
C. Occasional Seminar or Brown Bag Discussion
D. Computer-based or Online Courses
E. Other Formats
Evaluating RCR Programs
A brief overview of some commonly used tools for evaluating the effectiveness of RCR programs with links to some model tools.
Marketing RCR Programs to Postdocs
Some advice and suggestions for attracting postdocs to professional development programming
Selected References on the Responsible Conduct of Research
An annotated bibliography of general references and online resources on RCR topics and RCR training with particular relevance for postdocs.
Watch this page as the toolkit continues to grow.
If you know of an RCR program for postdocs at your institution or in your community that you would like to share, please the Project Manager
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