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The functions of the team comprise:

Research Security: The Research Security team develops and delivers 51³Ô¹ÏÍø’s strategy, policy, and processes for research security. The team provides expert advice on research security matters and is responsible for the policy, governance, and assurance of 51³Ô¹ÏÍø’s research security framework, including compliance with export control legislation.

Material Transfer Agreements (MTAs): Negotiate inbound MTAs across all Faculties. Provide guidance to academic staff on material transfers, and offer specialist MTA advice and support to Research Services.

EU Contracts: Provide specialist contractual expertise for EU research and innovation funding, particularly Horizon Europe. Negotiate Consortium Agreements to ensure 51³Ô¹ÏÍø’s interests are protected, and advise on EU grant and contract requirements in line with 51³Ô¹ÏÍø policies.