Research Data Management in Practice: Lessons and Reflections from Researchers

25 November 14:00

Maintaining well-organised data is essential for researchers to ensure the accuracy, integrity, and long-term usability of their work. Approaches to research data management vary according to factors such as the type, volume, and format of data, as well as the systems and platforms used for collection and analysis. For instance, while cloud storage may be suitable for large datasets, it may be less practical for fieldwork or research in remote locations. Researchers working with archival material, secondary sources, or big data often develop tailored strategies to organise and safeguard their data effectively.

This panel discussion brings together researchers who have completed data collection to share their experiences and reflections on managing research data throughout the research process.

 

Topics for discussion will include:

  • Approaches to organising, storing and updating data across online and offline platforms
  • Considerations for planning data management in the pre-collection phase
  • Common challenges encountered in post-collection data management and strategies to address them
  • Methods for backing up and securing data against loss or corruption

 

The workshop is open to doctoral candidates and academic staff from all disciplines, at any stage of their research, whether in the planning phase, actively collecting data, or working with existing datasets. The panel format will allow for ample discussion and questions, enabling participants to engage with panellists, exchange experiences, and reflect on lessons drawn from practical research data management.

 

Chair for MT 25

Keiko Kanno

 

Panellists for MT 25

TBC

Registration opens on Friday 10th October 2025  

 

Our booking process

When your application is received, you will be emailed a link and then have 48 hours to complete a pre-workshop form requesting additional information. If you do not meet this deadline, your application will be cancelled. 

See our full Terms and Conditions below

 

If you have specific circumstances which may affect your engagement with this event, or your meeting our Terms and Conditions, please continue with your booking and contact us by email to discuss how we can support you: researcherdevelopment@socsci.ox.ac.uk

Researcher Development Terms and Conditions

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COMMITMENT: application is not an expression of interest; it is a firm commitment. You will be available for the full duration of the course session(s); if you are not, please do not make a booking. You will not accept any subsequent meeting invitations that may fall during the given workshop times. 

PRE-WORK / HOMEWORK: if applicable, you will complete any given pre-work and/or homework as described on the workshop web listing, as it constitutes part of the workshop  

CANCELLATION: should your circumstances change, and you are not able to attend the full session(s). you will cancel giving at least 72-hours' notice, so we can offer the place to someone on the waiting list. 

ARRIVAL: you will join, or arrive at, the workshop 5 minutes before the advertised start time, to ensure a prompt start. 

LATE POLICY: you understand that the online room will be locked / workshop door will be closed 10 minutes after the event start time and late-comers will not be admitted. This is to preserve the integrity of the course for those who are present.  

ENGAGEMENT: you will give the session your undivided attention and engagement. You will not be able to do other tasks in parallel. If online, you will ensure that your environment and internet connection allow you to participate verbally and with video cameras on. These are interactive workshops, and it is not appropriate to attend from a silent or shared workspace. 

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