Contract Services
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Contracts process
Understand more about research contracts, and find information on the types of agreements entered into by Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê, the contracts process, and timescales for completion.
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Creating a Worktribe contract request
Once the need for a contract has been identified a request will need to be submitted. Access step-by-step guidance on how to create a contract request in Worktribe (Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê login required).
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Key terms
The content of a contract will vary depending on the activity taking place. Learn more about key contractual terms used in research contracts and Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê's preferred position.
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Contracts best practice
The length of time it takes to put a contract in place can vary depending on several factors. Find out what you can do to facilitate the timely placement of contract arrangements.
Page last updated: May 2024