We're glad to announce a new initiative that will impact the European research management field: the RM Framework project.
The RM Framework project aims to support the development of an European qualification system for research management (RM), enhancing interoperability and improving RM within the European Research Area (ERA). The Framework is designed to guide policy makers, training and networking providers in empowering individual research managers through standardised professional development programmes. By offering a common framework yet maintaining a flexible approach, the project acknowledges the local and national differences across Europe and aims to develop training that raises awareness, improves quality, and supports sustainable RM careers.
This initiative involves stakeholders from ten countries (Belgium, Czechia, France, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Poland, Portugal, Romania and Spain), supported by an extensive network of European and national RM organisations. RM Framework emphasises collaboration with the leadership of research performing organisations (RPOs) to create a suitable transition model and ensuring that innovative and practical solutions are identified and implemented by reflecting the current ways of working. A core element of the development of the Framework is the use of design thinking, a creative and human-centred problem-solving approach, to tailor RM training and accreditation processes. This methodology ensures that the Framework is both practical and grounded in the real-world needs of research managers.
By engaging key stakeholders to develop modular, tailored solutions, including the creation of a quality label, the project aims to foster sustainable, long-term improvements in the professional development programmes for research managers across Europe.
The RM Framework is an EU-funded project with EARMA as the coordinator of a multi-partner consortium of 16 institutions: CHE – Centre for Higher Education, HÉTFA Research Institute, University of Coimbra, AGAUR – Agency for Management of University and Research Grants, DREU - Government of Catalonia Department of Research and Universities, 4EU+ European University Alliance, University of Warsaw, Charles University, Sorbonne University, University of Milano-Bicocca, ZWM – Centre for Science Management, Marie Curie Alumni Association, Corvinus University of Budapest, UPM – Technical University of Madrid, University of Medicine and Pharmacy "Carol Davila" Bucharest, CZARMA - Czech Association of Research Managers and Administrators.
The project will start on February 1, 2025, with a duration of 24 months, and a total funding of 1 million euro.
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