Welcome to the latest edition of the EARMA newsletter. In this month's publication:
- EARMA is supporting the Coalition for Advancing Research Assessment's (CoARA) ten commitments
- During November, the 3rd EARMAimpact thematic group event will take place in Brussels
- We received a record amount of abstracts for the INORMS Congress Madrid 2025
- The new EARMA awards schedule for 2024/2025 is now published on our website. Apply today!
- Read more about the results of RM Roadmap Co-Creation Session 2
- Find existing professional development opportunities in Europe
- EARMA Leadership events 2024/2025 for experienced leaders and aspiring leaders - Sign up today
- Due to popular demand, we have organised a second AI bootcamp for research managers in February 2025
- Extend your INORMS Congress experience with a study tour across Spain
- Would you like to share a job opportunity with the EARMA community?
- The EARMAimpact lunchtime webinar series kicks off in October
- Join a new online event series on research security
- Explore how AI can improve post-award project management in our upcoming webinar
- How Can RMs Adapt to Europe's Evolving EDI Policies?
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EARMA supports the Coalition for Advancing Research Assessment's (CoARA) ten commitments
EARMA is fully aligned with the Coalition for Advancing Research Assessment's (CoARA) ten commitments. As such, we aim to support ethical research assessment and advocate for good practice across Europe in partnership with other national RMA communities, and, through INORMS members, around the world. As a signatory of CoARA, EARMA addresses a list of key pledges in a statement that we kindly invite you to read. 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 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
INORMS Congress Madrid 2025: abstract evaluation process to commence in October
We are very pleased to announce that we have received a record number of abstracts for the INORMS Congress Madrid 2025. Thank you to the 700 of you who made a full submission, your participation and input will make this the best EARMA organised conference yet. Our volunteer expert evaluators will be reviewing the abstracts in the coming weeks and they will select the most up-to-date best practices in research management for you to enjoy. Submitters will be notified during the first week of November regarding their abstract. Please note that early bird registration will open December 02, 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're looking forward to seeing you at the IFEMA Palacio Municipal in Madrid, Spain, May 06-08, 2025. 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 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
EARMA awards schedule 2024/2025
Do you need funding to support your research management activities? EARMA operates a number of funding schemes to support its objectives, supporting access and networking across the community. Take a look at the available grants, funding and awards as part of our 2024/2025 schedule. More
RM Roadmap Co-creation Session 2: Who are research managers? We look at skills and competence
The RM Roadmap co-creation session 2 brought research managers (RMs) together from across 28 countries to create and inform a bottom-up consensus on the future of research management (RM) and inform the community about existing training, networking, funding and mobility opportunities in the region. The co-creation exercise provides a nuanced overview of the varied and evolving nature of research management in Europe, highlighting key areas and national and thematic specificities that influence the profession. You can read the individual national and thematic consensus documents and the report summarising the main findings. More
Find existing professional development opportunities in Europe
A dashboard has been developed to make the information contained in the RM-Roadmap Catalogue of Professional Development Opportunities for Research Managers in Europe more readily and widely available to the research management (RM) community. This has been a collaborative endeavour between the CARDEA and RM Roadmap projects. The information contained in the dashboard aims to provide a snapshot of the currently existing training, funding, networking, mobility opportunities, as well as existing RM-Networks, making it a useful and timely resource to be used by the RM community. More
EARMA Leadership Event 2024: Experienced leader
Leading the provision of excellent research management is both demanding and rewarding. Our upcoming EARMA Leadership events will comprise of two sessions. The first, taking place in November, is designed for experienced leaders. This group will consist of up to 28 individuals in research management leadership roles from across Europe and beyond with more than 4 years of experience as leaders. EARMA’s tailor-made ‘Leadership in Research Event’ is designed to support you in dealing with these issues while giving you the time and space to think and reflect. Share your ambitions and dilemmas with peers and bring back new perspectives and tools to enhance your workplace. More
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 and 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 4 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
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
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 May 08-15, 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 09, 2024, to be part of this enriching tour. Please be advised that spaces are limited. More
Publish your job vacancy on the EARMA careers page
Interested in changing your current role? We are committed to the promotion of mobility in the research management profession. If you are an EARMA member and would like to post a job opportunity in our RMA Careers section, please complete or send details of the role via email to earma@earma.org including the job specification (.doc or .docx formats), your organisation's logo, the closing date for applications and a link to the listing on your website (if applicable). More
EARMAimpact lunchtime webinar series - Register today
Starting October 09, we would be delighted if you could join us for the first of the EARMAimpact thematic group's lunchtime webinar series. 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. Starting October 21, 2024, 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. More
Next-gen of research management: Elevating post-award
In the rapidly evolving landscape of research management, leveraging cutting-edge technologies has become imperative for success. The Next-gen of research management: Elevating post-award with AI tools, security considerations, and ethical practices webinar is dedicated to exploring how artificial intelligence can improve post-award project management. Join the Post-Award Project Management EARMA thematic group online November 07, 2024. More
Join NCURA Region VIII in a free event about women in senior leadership
NCURA Region VIII is excited to invite you to an upcoming inspiring and insightful event, Women in Senior Leadership: Trailblazers in the international research management/administration community. This event will showcase the exceptional female talent within NCURA Region VIII and the international research management community. Whether you are a Region VIII member or a non-NCURA attendee, this event is open and free to all. More
