OTM-R stands for Open, Transparent and Merit-based Recruitment. It is one of the pillars of the European Charter for Researchers and in particular of the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers.
The OTM-R principles are devised for the Benefit of both the researchers, the institutions, and the nation research systems. More specifically, OTM-R makes research careers more attractive, ensures that the best person for the job is recruited, guarantees equal opportunities and access for all, facilitates the development of an international portfolio (based on the values of cooperation, competition, and mobility), and facilitates mobility. Overall, it may contribute to an increase in the cost-effectiveness of investments in research.
Among the plans of the University of Salamanca, one can find the analysis and integration of the OTM-R recommendations and principles in its selection and hiring policies, with the firm intention of guaranteeing the highest levels of transparency, equity, and the continuous pursuit of excellence in the recruitment of researchers. As a matter of fact, the USAL strengths and weaknesses regarding the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers, were included in the GAP Analysis, and in the OTM-R checklist. The measures targeted to amend the insufficiencies found, are the actions included in the sections A6 and A7 of the Action Plan, as well as in the aforementioned OTM-R checklist.
