Last Days to Submit your Abstract! Help us build the EARMA Conference 2026
Deadline: September 12, 2025. We’re inviting our amazing community to help shape the EARMA Conference 2026 in Utrecht by submitting an abstract! Whether you’re sharing practical insights, lessons learned, or a bold new idea, this is your chance to contribute to the programme. New voices and seasoned professionals are all welcome, with a variety of formats available to suit your style. More
The Call for Expert Evaluators is closing this week!
This Friday September 5, the Call for Expert Evaluators is closing. This is your last chance to support a fair selection process, contribute to your community, and get insider experience in programme development. More
Join the EARMA Conference 2026: Host a Pre-conference Workshop
Do you have a practical, interactive training you’d love to share with the EARMA community? We’re inviting proposals for in-person pre-conference workshops to be held in Utrecht ahead of the EARMA Conference 2026. EARMA will handle the logistics; you bring the expertise. Submit your idea by next Friday, September 12 2025! More
EARMA Takes Up INORMS Secretariat for the 2025-2027 Term
EARMA is honoured to take on the role of Secretariat and Chair of the International Network of Research Management Societies (INORMS) for 2025–2027. We will work with member associations worldwide to strengthen governance, refresh the network’s strategy, and ensure INORMS continues to reflect the diversity and needs of our global RMA community. More
The First Episode of RM Framework Podcast is Here
The first episode of the RM Framework Podcast is now live! Developed in collaboration with The Grant and funded under Horizon Europe, this 15-part series will explore the professionalisation of research management across Europe. Episode 1 features our very own EARMA Managing Director, Nik Claesen, introducing the project and its goals. More
Shape Your Future: Join the EARMA Mentorship Scheme 2026
The call for mentors and mentees is now open! Whether you’re an experienced professional ready to give back or early in your research management journey, the EARMA Mentorship Scheme offers a powerful opportunity to grow, connect, and contribute. Applications close September 22, 2025. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this supportive and inspiring initiative. More
The agenda for the EARMA Leadership Event 2025 is out
Applications are now open for the 2025 edition of EARMA’s signature Leadership Event, taking place October 7–9 in Brussels. Tailored for experienced research management professionals, this immersive programme will explore strategic thinking, leading through uncertainty, and your personal leadership journey. Limited places available, so don’t wait! More
Register Now: AI-Driven Research Management Webinar
Explore how AI is reshaping the future of research management in this two-part online training, taking place on October 3 and 10, 2025. Tailored for RMAs, the sessions will cover practical tools, policy insights, and the essential skills you need to confidently navigate the AI landscape in your daily work. Designed for non-technical professionals, this highly interactive event offers actionable strategies and hands-on guidance to help you adopt AI responsibly and creatively. More
Explore the Full Programme for the 3rd Open Science EARMA Thematic Group Event
The 3rd Open Science EARMA Thematic Group event is just around the corner, bringing together Research Managers and Administrators for an important conversation on the future of Open Science. Join us at the EARMA Space in Brussels on October 20–21, 2025, for two half-days of focused discussions. The event will cover two key themes: “Open Science in FP10” and “Research Assessment and Open Science.” Featuring insights from policy experts and space for community exchange, this free event is open to all and essential for anyone supporting Open Science in European research. More
RM Roadmap Online Dissemination Event: Reflecting, Sharing, Looking Ahead
After three years of progress and partnership, the RM ROADMAP project is hosting a final online gathering to celebrate its achievements and share what’s next for research management in Europe. Join us on September 18 2025, to hear key findings, success stories, and future ambitions. More
EARMA Academy Opens Pre-Registration for RM1 Assessment
One of EARMA’s core objectives is to advance research management as a recognised and respected profession across Europe’s research performing organisations (RPOs) and research funding organisations (RFOs). The EARMA Academy is our new hub for learning and professional growth. Right now, pre-registration is open for the RM1 assessment, the entry-level certification designed for professionals with 0–2 years of experience in research management. Stay tuned for more! More
EARMA Academy: Open Calls for Trainers
The EARMA Academy has launched a new call for trainers, facilitators, and content creators to help shape the future of research management training. You can contribute existing materials to our Open Access Hub, facilitate a 2-day certification workshop, or propose your own featured session. Whether online or in person, this is your chance to co-create high-quality, community-led learning for research managers across Europe. Join us in building the next generation of training! More
EARMAimpact Lunchtime Webinar Series Returns with a Focus on Impact Culture
The popular EARMAimpact Lunchtime Webinars are back this autumn, kicking off a new series running from October 2025 through Summer 2026. The first thematic cluster, Impact Culture, will explore how research organisations can embed impact into their leadership, structures, and everyday practice. Join us for three inspiring sessions this autumn, mark your calendars: Oct 8, Nov 12, Dec 10. More
Join our next Happy Talk: Driving Inclusive Research with the Roving Researcher Scheme
Join us on 24 September 2025 (15:00–16:30 CET, online) for the next EARMA Happy Talk, organised by the ECDI Thematic Group. Cheryl Smythe (Altos Labs, UK) and Gemma Llaverias (IDIBAPS, Spain) will present the Roving Researcher scheme, an innovative initiative supporting gender equality and research continuity during extended leave. Discover practical strategies and lessons learned to foster more inclusive, supportive, and resilient research environments. More
PAPM: Lunch and Learn Webinar Series
The EARMA Post-award Project Management Working Group on Professional Development continues its popular Lunch & Learn webinar series, supporting RMAs through the full project life cycle. The next session, “The Final Year, and Now? Project Completion and Future Planning,” will take place on Wednesday, October 1 2025. This webinar will guide participants through the final phase of a project: from interim reviews and final reporting to legacy planning, knowledge transfer, and future collaborations. Whether you're approaching the end of a project or preparing for one, this session offers practical tips, financial guidance, and space for discussion. More
