Chapter 1. Introduction -- Chapter 2. Approaching a Multi-year or Large Research Project -- Chapter 3. Setting Up for Success: Accountability, Reporting and Budgets -- Chapter 4. Research and Data -- Chapter 5. Relationships -- Chapter 6. The Right Team -- Chapter 7. Outputs Versus Outcomes -- Chapter 8. Conclusion.

This book is an essential resource for academics managing a large and complex research project. It provides important practical insights into the processes that inform such research projects and delivers insights into the delicate balance between industry, stakeholder and academic needs. It gives practical advice about developing relationships with diverse partners and colleagues and managing the expectations of the various parties involved and on avoiding pitfalls. This book uses examples from Australian research projects, but it contains insights relevant to researchers all around the world.