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Infinity G Application Privacy Notice

Last Updated: 10/10/24

This Privacy Notice outlines how Infinity G collects, uses, and shares personal information during the application process. It applies to all individuals applying for positions or opportunities funded by the University of Glasgow (UofG) and Glasgow City Council (GCC), which are involved in the selection process and reporting requirements.

  1. Information We Collect

As part of the application process for the Infinity G Deep Tech Venture Builder, we collect the following personal data:

Personal Information:

  • Name
  • Email address (requested twice for accuracy)
  • Phone number
  • Company Information:
  • Company name
  • Company address
  • Your role in the company
  • Application-specific Information:
    • Details about the technology you are looking to accelerate (up to 500 words)
    • How the technology could be deployed to make a global societal impact
    • Market potential of the technology
    • Target audience or individuals who may be interested in using the technology
    • Information about your team
    • Your goals and expectations from participating in the Infinity G Deep Tech Venture Builder

This data is necessary to evaluate your application and determine your eligibility for the venture builder program.

  1. Legal Basis for Data Processing

We process your personal data on the basis of our legitimate interests in:

  • Evaluating your application and determining your eligibility for the position.
  • Sharing your application information with the panel members, UofG, and GCC, as required for funding purposes.
  • Complying with our funders’ reporting requirements.
  1. How We Use Your Information

The personal data we collect will be used to:

  • Assess your qualifications and suitability for the position or opportunity.
  • Facilitate the interview and selection process, including communicating with you about your application status.
  • Report to funders (UofG and GCC) as part of their grant or funding agreements.
  • Maintain records for future opportunities, unless you request deletion of your data.
  1. How We Share Your Information

We will share your personal information only as necessary, including:

  • With UofG and GCC: As funders, both the University of Glasgow and Glasgow City Council require specific reporting on applicants to ensure compliance with funding obligations.
  • Panel Members: To assess your application, your information will be shared with the individuals responsible for conducting the interview panel.

We do not share or sell your data to any other third parties.

  1. Data Retention

We will retain your personal data for the duration of the application process. If your application is unsuccessful, we may retain your information for future opportunities, unless you request its deletion. We may also retain certain records for compliance with legal and funding requirements.

  1. Your Rights

As an applicant, you have the following rights concerning your personal data:

  • Access: You can request access to the personal information we hold about you.
  • Correction: You can request corrections to any inaccurate or incomplete information.
  • Deletion: You may request the deletion of your data, subject to legal and reporting obligations.
  • Withdraw Consent: If you wish to withdraw your consent for any processing based on consent, please contact us. However, this may affect your application’s processing.
  • To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at infinityg@stac.ac
  1. Data Security

We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorised access, use, or disclosure. Despite our efforts, no system is fully secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection of your data.

  1. Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Notice or how your personal information is handled, please contact us:

Email: infinityg@stac.ac