As the Lead for Translational Research within the School, Professor Duthie is responsible for developing and supporting strategic direction for research within the organisation. This includes identifying and developing key research themes, managing a robust School Research Committee (SRC), initiating peer-review and pump priming strategies and a mentoring process for early career researchers (ECR). In addition, she works with the School Research Degree Coordinator (RDC) who is responsible for all aspects of postgraduate student progression and enhanced research culture. Professor Duthie also personally support the Readers within PaLS and provide mentoring support to all research-active core staff. Professor Duthie is REF coordinator for PaLS, responsible for leading on the School REF2021 submission. This involves assessing the quality of all research outputs across 3 research areas (Practice, Biological & Chemical Sciences) via the formation of an internal quality over-sight panel (Professoriate), external assessment (external experts) and matrices analysis (SciVal). She also leads the development of several impact case studies. At an institutional level, Professor Duthie is a core member of the RGU Research Committee, responsible for advising the university on strategic direction, priorities and activities; monitoring performance against institutional research targets; ensuring compliance with ethics and governance; and supporting research career development and progression. She is also a member of the RGU Ethical Review Committee and RGU 3R�s Champion (both animal welfare).