Oxford recognised in National Technician Commitment Collaboration Fund Award

Oxford has been selected as one of five project teams to receive the prestigious annual Technician Commitment Collaboration Fund Award, recognising a joint initiative with Cambridge and UCL. Aligned with Oxford’s Technician Commitment Action Plan, the project - led by Dr Jenn Allen (Oxford), alongside John Nicolson (Cambridge) and Isabel Goncalves Cattuzzo and Uzma Sadiq (UCL) - promotes cross-institutional and internal collaboration to enhance visibility and career development for technical staff within large, complex organisations.  

Vice-Chancellor Professor Irene Tracey commented:

I am delighted that Oxford has been recognised for championing the vital contributions of our technical staff, who play a crucial role in supporting every part of the University. We remain committed to their recognition and ongoing professional development. 

The project includes three events: a virtual Oxford event in July 2025 (outreach and community engagement), a virtual Cambridge event in September 2025 (grant applications), and an in-person UCL event in November 2025 (career development). Further details coming soon. 

Dr Markos Koumaditis, HR Director, said:  

“Congratulations to all involved in securing this national recognition. This project reflects our commitment to valuing technical talent and fostering a more connected, collaborative culture across the University.” 

In further news, Dr Jenn Allen and Dr Stuart Clare, Chair of our Technician Commitment Working Group, will be presented with an Award of Impact on Wednesday 14 May to recognise the University’s continued positive progress as a Technician Commitment signatory.