Staff Welcome Event

Welcome Events for New Staff

The last Virtual Welcome Event for New Staff was held on Wednesday 8 December 2021. We will hold 3-4 virtual or in-person events in 2022, dates TBC.

We are delighted to welcome you to Queen's, even though for many of you this has and will be a virtual experience, until restrictions ease. Due to current restrictions, we will continue to host virtual events, until face-to-face sessions can be facilitated safely.

During the Virtual Welcome Event, you will be invited to visit information stands, hosted by colleagues from across the University, this will assist you in becoming more familiar with Queen’s and enable you to review the services available to you.

If you have any queries in relation to future events, please contact us at stafflearning@qub.ac.uk.

Information Links

Please find links to the relevant areas that host stands at the virtual Staff Welcome Events, including additional useful links.

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The Library

Library Services is responsible for the delivery of a range of services from the McClay Library and several other locations across the campus. Library staff also provide induction, subject support and user training to all of the Library’s user groups.

Computing Facilities

This is an opportunity for people new to the University to find out about the computing facilities and services available through Information Services. Find out more about all of the computing facilities available for staff and students on the website.

Estates

The Estates Directorate commits its resources to the provision of a support service to the University’s staff and students through the development, maintenance and management of the estate in an efficient and cost-effective manner.

Student Plus

Student Plus are dedicated to enhancing, enriching and exceeding the student experience as well as delivering an exceptional experience to all customers. Find out more about Campus Food and Drink, Childcare, Queen's Sport etc.

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L&D

Our Learning and Development offer at Queen's ensures that all of our people are enabled to build their capability and support their career progression through relevant and meaningful learning opportunities.

Staff Wellbeing

Wellbeing at Queen's is organised under four key themes which are complemented by training and a wide range of events and activities. Looking after your health and wellbeing is key to feeling good and functioning well.

HR Hub

Your first port of call for general queries on HR related topics such as terms and conditions, pay, policies or diversity and inclusion. Processing people-related changes on the HR system, in time for monthly payroll.

Diversity and Inclusion

Helping to create a culture that is inclusive at all levels, in every system and process. Find out more about how D&I provide a confidential source of advice, support and training to staff on equality, diversity and inclusion issues.

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Academic and Student Affairs

The Directorate of Academic & Student Affairs (DASA) provides services to the Academic sector and for students. DASA is responsible for academic regulations and quality assurance, and for the enhancement of learning and teaching. Find out more about DASA here.

DARO

The Development and Alumni Relations Office (DARO) maintains lifelong relationships with former students of the University now living and working all over the world and also helps Queen’s by raising money, through the Queen’s Foundation.

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Pensions

Employees of the University are provided with access to an occupational pension scheme. When an employee starts work in the University, their Contract of Employment will confirm the pension scheme in which they will be enrolled.

Finance Training

Finance Training is open to all staff and aims to improve finance skills across the University using systems such as Qfis. Find out more information on available Finance Training and Systems here.

Unite the Union

The union for the 21st century, meeting challenges facing working people today. It is a democratic and campaigning union, which fights back for employees in the workplace and protects workers' rights.

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Salaries

The Salaries Office in the Finance Directorate deal with the main QUB payroll, the Non Staff payroll, the RBP Payroll and the Student payroll. Find out more salary information and guidance here.

PRISM

The university LGBT+ staff network, providing a safe, inclusive, and welcoming space for LGBT+ staff in Queen's to meet during working hours to discuss LGBT+ issues, work matters and social events.

iRise

iRise means: Internationally focused, Racial diversity, Inclusivity for all, Social Cohesion, and Equality of opportunity. The purpose of iRise is to promote the University as a welcoming place to work for BAME and International staff.

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UCU

The University and College Union is a British trade union in FE and HE representing over 120,000 staff, representing casualised researchers and teaching staff, "permanent" lecturers and academic related PS staff.

Procurement

The Procurement Office, based in the Finance Directorate provide specialist advice, support and guidance to staff that need to procure works, supplies and services for their specific areas. Find out more information here.

Public Engagement

Implementing the University’s Social Charter, promoting the values of Queen's locally and globally, ensuring the work of the University is reflected across the community, whilst building relationships.

Registrar's Office

The Registrar's Office provides a focus for co-ordination, communication and leadership across the University administration, whilst operating within its governance and legal framework.

NIPSA

The Northern Ireland Public Service Alliance (NIPSA) represents over 43,000 members from across the civil and public services and the voluntary sector. For more info. email m.macartney@qub.ac.uk.

Staff Gateway

The Staff Gateway provides information for staff including the Latest News, Staff Communications, The Team Brief, Staff Profiles, Staff Excellence Awards, Staff Networks and the Staff Blog. Find more information here.

Postdoctoral Development Centre

The PDC help postdocs and researchers progress their careers, and promote a supportive culture and positive postdoc experience. Find out more on the support available here.

Sustainability at Queen's

As a global institution, we have a major role to play in making a positive impact in our environment. We are committed to reducing our environmental impact and we are currently developing our carbon strategy.

Agile Working Toolkit

The Toolkit on the Staff Intranet is designed to help you understand our approach to informal flexibility, with particular focus on hybrid working. We have launched a 12 month pilot of Agile Working at Queen's.

People and Culture