In December 2023, the Council of the European Union recommended, inter alia, that member states monitor “relevant aspects of research careers in the Union” to “support better understanding of challenges and opportunities by researchers, and promote the attractiveness of Union research performing organisations for the best talents” (p. 51). In the following, the article offers …
The Executive Agency for Higher Education, Research, Development, and Innovation Funding (UEFISCDI), Romania’s main funding agency for RDI competitive funds, under the authority of the Romanian Ministry of Education, operates under a contractual agreement with the Ministry of Research, Innovation, and Digitalization. It is tasked with defining, developing, managing and monitoring research funding programs within …
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SECURE is starting the year with an event in cooperation with University of Cyprus, one of the project’s partners piloting the recommendations for improvement of the research career framework and tenure track like models in Europe. Join us, either online and in person, at the “Empowering Researchers Careers: Policies and Skills for a Thriving European Research …
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The side event How to Make Academic Careers Attractive and Sustainable at the WSF2024 was organized by three partners of SECURE project—ICORSA, EURODOC, and MCAA. In Hungary’s capital, from November 20 to 23, the 11th World Science Forum (WSF2024) took place under the slogan “The Science and Policy Interface at the Time of Global Transformations.” …
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The SECURE Consultation Survey is now open, inviting researchers, research-performing organizations, and research-funding organizations to provide feedback on the Research Career Framework. The survey aims to gather insights to enhance research careers across Europe. It takes approximately 20–30 minutes to complete and will remain open until January 15th 2025. Your participation matters! By sharing your …
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The SECURE project proudly participated in the OECD Global Science Forum at the International Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) in Science Workshop. This impactful event focused on fostering inclusive excellence in scientific research. During Session 4: Reducing Barriers at Different Stages of an Academic Career, SECURE Project Coordinator, Dr. Gordon Dalton, shared insights from the …
The Grand Hall of the University of Belgrade Rectorate hosted Serbia’s first national ERC forum, a pivotal event organized to support researchers applying for prestigious European Research Council (ERC) grants. The event was made possible through the collaboration of multiple institutions, including the Horizon Europe SECURE project, which played an important role in organizing the …
NOVA University Lisbon has achieved outstanding results in the FCT-Tenure Competition, securing funding for 228 permanent positions for PhD holders in research and teaching careers. As a partner in the SECURE project, NOVA further strengthens its role in advancing research and collaboration across various disciplines. This initiative, launched by the Fundação para a Ciência e …
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The Ministry of Science, Technological Development, and Innovation of the Republic of Serbia, together with the Center for the Promotion of Science, is organizing an informative event focused on ERC funding opportunities, all in collaboration with the Austrian Cultural Forum in Belgrade, the European Research Council (ERC), and the Horizon Europe project SECURE. With SECURE …
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