Welcome to the latest edition of the EARMA newsletter. In this month's publication:
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Early-bird registration for INORMS Congress opens on December 2, 2024
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Public session of the RM Roadmap Ambassador Meeting on November 12, 2024
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Join the 3rd co-creation session on the Knowledge and Community Platform
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The 3rd EARMAimpact thematic group event will be held in Brussels this month
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Join us in the second AI bootcamp for research managers in February 2025
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Hybrid AI Day 2025 - save the date for February 13, 2025
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Sign up for the next EARMA Leadership event 2025 for aspiring leaders
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Develop your skills with the EARMA Mentorship Scheme
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Discover the JoRMA's Author Mentorship Program
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The new EARMA awards schedule for 2024/2025 is published on our website.
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Knowledge-sharing at the BESTPRAC meeting in Lyon
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Call for Candidates for CoARA Steering Board Members
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14th ERION EARMA Thematic Group event article
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Contribute to RMA's growth and professionalisation with a new sub-committee: RoRMA
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Join the next EARMAimpact thematic group's lunchtime webinar on November 13, 2024
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Next online event of the series on research security to take place on November 15, 2024
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How can RMs adapt to Europe's evolving EDI policies?
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Extend your INORMS Congress experience with a study tour across Spain
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INORMS Congress Madrid 2025: Early bird registration opens on December 2, 2024
Early bird registration opens on December 2, 2024, and we strongly advise our community members to register as soon as possible to secure your spot as interest in this upcoming conference is particularly high as it is an international research management event. We eagerly anticipate welcoming attendees to Spain for a congress filled with learning and networking. This is an unparalleled opportunity to influence the future of research management and administration. We're looking forward to seeing you at the IFEMA Palacio Municipal in Madrid, Spain, May 6-8, 2025. More
RM Roadmap Ambassador Meeting on November 12
The public session of the 3rd RM Roadmap Ambassador Meeting will take place on November 12, 2024, from 13:00- 15:30 CET online. The event will showcase results from the EU-funded RM Roadmap Project including outcomes from the co-creation sessions on the Knowledge and Community Platform, the RM Roadmap Survey, and the mapping exercise mapping existing training, mobility and networking opportunities available to research managers in Europe. Furthermore, the RM Competency Framework will be introduced. More
RM Roadmap 3rd co-creation session to commence on November
The 3rd co-creation session will commence on November 14, 2024, until December 19, 2024, on the topic of career development framework. The co-creation session will discuss questions about a European-wide training scheme for research managers, as well as the professional development and career path for research managers. The platform consists of 10 thematic groups and 40 country communities and already counts about 2.400 contributors. More
3rd EARMAimpact thematic group event
In the 3rd gathering of this thematic group, EARMAimpact will present their work over the last two years, welcome the new core group members, introduce the Chairs, and shape the new workplan. Join us on November 28, 2024, for this in-person thematic group event and we look forward to learning some nuggets and interesting insights on research impact. Participate, network, find your tribe, and get to know more about the soon-to-come EARMAimpact training programme. More
AI boot camp for research managers February 2025
Another hands-on two-day online AI boot camp is coming February 10-11, 2025, organised in collaboration between EARMA and Avi Staiman, industry expert. This virtual event is your gateway to keeping up to date with the latest advancements in research management involving AI. Whether you're aiming to streamline operations, harness AI for data-driven insights, or foster collaboration across teams, this workshop offers indispensable knowledge and practical skills. Don't miss this second chance and register now. More
Hybrid AI Day event - Save the date
This one-day event is specifically designed to provide members of the EARMA community with valuable insights into the world of AI and RMA. Our goal is to provide you with the skills and understanding required to give you the best information in your field. AI Day will be a unique opportunity to gather knowledge and stay ahead of the curve in your profession as it relates to artificial intelligence. Save the date for February 13, 2025.
EARMA Leadership Event 2025: Aspiring leader
The second EARMA Leadership session will gather up to 28 new leaders, with formal responsibility for RMA staff or managing RMA networks or project teams. Through a blend of key-note presentations, peer working, learning groups, case studies, and networking opportunities you can share your ambitions and your dilemmas with your peers and bring back new perspectives and tools to your work. The course, which will take place February 18-20, will target leaders with up to four years of experience in their leadership role. However, consideration will be given to applicants with a desire to take the next step into a leadership role. More
EARMA Mentorship Scheme programme
The EARMA Mentorship Scheme is a tailored initiative designed to foster a culture of continuous learning, meaningful networking, and the exchange of best practices among EARMA members. This provides a structured environment where experienced mentors guide new professionals in their research management careers. The new programme will start on February 6, 2025, and involve 20 participants (ten mentors and ten mentees) from the EARMA community, paired based on criteria such as years of experience, areas of expertise, and development goals. Applications to join as a mentor or mentee are open until November 22, 2024. More
JoRMA's Author Mentorship Program
If you have considered writing an article for the Journal of Research Management and Administration (JoRMA) or if you are a published author working in the field of RMA and want to share your expertise with aspiring authors, JoRMA’s Author Mentorship Program can help. The programme pairs budding writers with published authors who will provide assistance for up to six months, starting on January 1, 2025. Mentors and mentees should apply by November 29, 2024. More
EARMA funding schemes for INORMS Congress Madrid 2025
EARMA operates a number of funding schemes to support its objectives, providing access and networking across the community. On this occasion, we are excited to announce three currently available awards and bursaries for INORMS Congress Madrid 2025: the speaker bursary, the widening bursary, and the EARMA travel grant. Take a look at the available grants, funding, and awards as part of our 2024/2025 schedule. More
Knowledge-sharing at the BESTPRAC meeting in Lyon
On October 14-15, 2024, the recent BESTPRAC meeting in Lyon, organised by members of ENS Lyon and INSAVALOR Lyon, brought together research support professionals from across Europe to exchange knowledge and best practices. Held over two productive days, the event featured a variety of presentations, engaging discussions, and valuable networking opportunities. From insightful presentations to meaningful conversations over coffee, the event underscored the importance of collaboration within our community. As we move forward, we are excited to see how the ideas shared in Lyon will shape our future work. More
Call for Candidates for CoARA Steering Board Members – Chair, Vice Chair, and Steering Board Members
The CoARA Secretariat is seeking candidates for Chair and seven Steering Board Members, including one Vice-Chair, to be elected at the CoARA General Assembly on December 9, 2024. The election aims to ensure that the Steering Board is composed of individuals who bring a diverse range of expertise, leadership, and commitment to advancing research assessment reforms, while maintaining balanced representation across member organisations. Elected candidates will begin their terms immediately upon the announcement of the voting results. Applications should be sent to the CoARA Secretariat by November 11, 2024. More
14th ERION EARMA Thematic Group event address the evolving role of ethics in AI
The 14th ERION EARMA Thematic Group event, titled "Artificial Intelligence and Ethics, the Big Wave", gathered prominent experts to address the evolving role of ethics in AI within research management. Held at the Biomedical Research Park (PRBB) in Barcelona, this occasion brought together leaders from various backgrounds to discuss the ethical challenges AI presents, particularly in the context of research integrity, societal impact, and institutional responsibility. Through inspiring discussions and a collaborative environment, the event highlighted the need for ethical integration as AI technologies continue to advance. More
Constitution of a new subcommittee: RoRMA
We are pleased to announce the formation of a new subcommittee: Research on Research Management and Administration (RoRMA). The RoRMA subcommittee is dedicated to fostering the creation, dissemination, and use of RMA knowledge; promoting "research on RMA" as a basis for professionalisation; and investigating the potential for including RMA research as a permanent EARMA activity. This new subcommittee will play a crucial role in advancing the field of Research Management and Administration, contributing to its growth and professionalisation. If you are interested and want to be involved, please contact them on Linkedin. More
EARMAimpact lunchtime webinar series - Register today
Join the next EARMAimpact thematic group's lunchtime webinar on November 13, 2024. These impact focused webinars will take place on the second Wednesday of each month, currently scheduled up to March 2025. These sessions, running from 13:00-14:00 CEST, will focus on impact-related practical tools and resources. This is a great way to learn from experts and enhance your skills in managing and maximising research impact. More
Promoting European cooperation in developing responses to research security challenges: Online event
Operationalising “research security” measures has become a defining challenge for research organisations and is one that disproportionately affects research managers as the need for enhanced due diligence and engagement with regulatory compliance measures increases significantly. The aim of this online event series is to address the needs of the research management community identified at the EARMA research security summit in Odense. The presenters will host a series of three free to attend online events focused on relevant research security areas. Join the next event on November 15. More
How can RMs adapt to Europe's evolving EDI policies?
As research landscapes worldwide increasingly emphasise the importance of equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI), research managers must be well-informed and proactive in aligning their practices with these policies. We invite you to Brussels for a one-day workshop focused on how to adapt to Europe’s evolving EDI policies taking place on December 2, 2024. Furthermore, this occasion will be the inaugural gathering to launch the exciting work of the newly established EARMA thematic group on Equality, Culture, Diversity, and Inclusion (ECDI). More
INORMS 2025 Post-Congress Study Tour of Spain
The INORMS study tour in Southern Africa in 2023 was a great success, so we are now providing you with another opportunity to extend your INORMS Congress experience by participating in the post-congress study tour on May 8-15, 2025. This unique journey will take you to Madrid, Granada, and Barcelona, offering a chance to connect with research management professionals based in Spain and visit top Spanish research performing organisations (RPOs). Engage in fruitful discussions on overcoming challenges and embracing sustainability in the RMA profession. Sign up by December 19, 2024, to be part of this enriching tour. Please be advised that spaces are limited. More
