MCAA Research Management Working Group

💡Welcome to #EULIFEspotlight! This month we celebrate Jonas Krebs, Coordinator of the Strategic Projects Area at the Centre for Genomic Regulation (CRG) and Co-founder & current Chair of the MCAA Research Management Working Group Read his interview on the crucial role of #ResearchManagers here ➡️ https://bit.ly/3ydmCap "I believe other funding bodies and alumni associations should follow the Marie Curie Alumni Association’s lead. By opening their membership to research managers, they can foster a more inclusive and supportive environment [...]. Embracing research managers as integral members of the #ResearchCommunity is a step forward in promoting effective collaboration and ensuring the success of future projects," said Jonas. #ExcellentResearch #EuropeanResearch

🗓 Our working group member Jan Beerens will be talking about Diversity Equity and Inclusion at the 2nd ARMA-NL Annual Conference, in October. Find out more below!

In 2025, the INORMS Congress is heading to the enchanting city of Madrid! 🇪🇸 For the first time ever, EARMA will be hosting this prestigious event, offering an incredible opportunity to explore the future of research management and administration (RMA). Mark your calendars for May 06-08, 2025, and join us at the IFEMA Palacio Municipal in Madrid, Spain, for the INORMS Congress Madrid 2025. Our theme: "A Sustainable Profession in a Sustainable World." The call for abstracts is now open until September 16, 2024. We’re eager to hear from RMA professionals and stakeholders worldwide on the following topics: 🔹 Building Better RMA Services 📜 Governance and Regulation 💡 Knowledge Valorisation 📖 Open Science 📑 Proposal, Award, and Project Management 🤖 Responsible Use of AI in Research Management 🌍 Transnational Collaborations ♻️ Sustainability in RMA ⚖️ Responsibility, Ethics, and EDI in Research and Innovation Why should you submit an abstract? ✨ Share your groundbreaking ideas in RMA ✨ Network with global peers and leaders ✨ Engage in stimulating discussions on key RMA issues Join us in Madrid, where vibrant culture, rich history, and warm hospitality await. Let’s unite to share best practices, build new relationships, and enjoy one of the world's most captivating cities. Are you ready to make a difference? Submit your abstract today and help shape a sustainable future for our profession. 🗓 Deadline: September 16, 2024 Submit your abstract 👇 🔗 https://bit.ly/3XNeR5F #researchmanagement #researchadministration #researchsupport #HorizonEurope #HorizonEU #researchethics #researchintegrity #researchandinnovation #OpenScience #Madrid #Spain #researchers #INORMScongress #Conference #INORMS

Kicked-Off MSCA ITN EJD ETUT Summer School III at Universiteit Twente on Monday 1st of July 2024 with an interesting program on Story Telling by Lisan Assen followed by Logical Framework Approach by Sascha Le Large both from UMCG research. The Summer School III was open to a diverse a versatile group of #PhD Candidates; #PreAward and #PostAward #RMA; Assistant #Professors and Full Professors. Universiteit Twente University of Nottingham Ukrainian State University of Science and Technologies European Research Executive Agency (REA) European Commission MCAA Research Management Working Group Marie Curie Alumni Association

💡 Best Practice of the Month | The power of Gantt charts Having a single visual tool to oversee all the important components of your project is key to not get lost or forget anything important. That's where Gantt charts come into play. This post aims to introduce new managers to Gantt charts and introduce key concept of project management! ⏩ Read more: https://lnkd.in/eq632-6a

In 2025, the INORMS Congress will take place in the magical city of Madrid 🇪🇸 Hosted by EARMA for the first time, this gathering promises to be an exciting exploration of the future of research management and administration (RMA). The INORMS Congress Madrid 2025 will take place May 06-08 at the IFEMA Palacio Municipal in Madrid, Spain, and the theme is A Sustainable Profession in a Sustainable World. The call for abstracts is currently open and will close September 16, 2024. EARMA is keen to hear from research management professionals and stakeholders from across the world in relation to the following topics: 🌟 Building Better RMA Services 📜 Governance and Regulation 💡 Knowledge Valorisation 📖 Open Science 📑 Proposal, Award, and Project Management 🤖 Responsible Use of AI in Research Management 🌍 Transnational Collaborations ♻️ Sustainability in RMA ⚖️ Responsibility, Ethics, and EDI in Research and Innovation Why submit your abstract? 🔹 Showcase your innovative ideas in research management 🔹 Network with peers and industry leaders from around the globe 🔹 Engage in thought-provoking discussions on important RMA topics Madrid awaits you with its vibrant culture, rich history, and warm hospitality. Let’s come together to share best practices, forge new relationships, and enjoy one of the world’s most enchanting destinations. Ready to make an impact? Submit your abstract and join your colleagues in shaping a sustainable future for our profession. Submit your abstract 👇 🔗 https://bit.ly/3XNeR5F Closing date: September 16, 2024 #researchmanagement #researchadministration #researchsupport #HorizonEurope #HorizonEU #researchethics #researchintegrity #researchandinnovation #OpenScience #Madrid #Spain #researchers #INORMScongress #Conference #INORMS

Whether you are a #researcher, a coordinator, manager or staff member in a #MarieSkłodowskaCurieActions project funded under #HorizonEU, here at the European Research Executive Agency (REA) we wish to make your journey easier! 👩🔬 👨🔬 Below are some of the recently published guidelines we have prepared for you: 🔆 Updated information packages for all #MSCA researchers and staff members. They contain comprehensive, hands-on information on your rights & obligations, from allowances to intellectual property rights: => europa.eu/!DwtWJp 🔆 A financial guide, simplifying MSCA project management. It covers #Doctoral Networks, #Postdoctoral #Fellowships, #StaffExchanges and #COFUND, clarifying recruitment, reporting and eligibility questions. 🔆 The freshly updated MSCA #Green Charter guidelines with cutting-edge insights and guidance materials. Get deeper into sustainable #innovation and discover how this blueprint for eco-friendly research can revolutionise your projects!  Our comprehensive resources are available on our website: 👉 europa.eu/!khXwm4 

Deadline for registration is extended so register and meet us on 4th of July at the 🌟 SYMPOSIUM: Advancing Electrical Transport for a Reliable, Safe, and Greener Future 🌟 📍 Location: Oosthorst - OH113, University of Twente, Enschede, Netherlands. 🔗 Learn more and register: https://lnkd.in/eg5VPMaK Join us in shaping the future of electrical transport ⚡ Don't miss our MSCA ITN EJD ETUT event #ETUT #ElectricalEngineering #Sustainability #Research #Energy #Collaboration #Symposium #together #PowerElectronics and #ElectromagneticCompatibility University of Twente University of Nottingham Ukrainian State University of Science and Technologies European Research Executive Agency (REA) European Commission MCAA Research Management Working Group Marie Curie Alumni Association

Happy #Pride Month from the MCAA! 🏳️🌈 Though something we take seriously and cherish every month of the year, we want to take this opportunity to express our commitment to ensuring that our association is a safe and inclusive place for all. Everyone is welcome in the #MCAA, regardless of background, sexual orientation or identity. We embrace the diversity of our community and see it as our biggest strength. We hope all of our members feel the freedom to be and express their true selves throughout the activities, events, and spaces for discussion we provide. We take any breaches of our values and code of conduct very seriously. If you encounter, witness, or hear of discrimination or unethical behaviour within our organisation, we encourage you to report it via our Whistleblowing Channel so we can take action—you can also report anonymously: https://lnkd.in/ezsSBjyN Let’s continue making the MCAA an open and secure space for all of us!

The call for abstracts for the INORMS Congress 2025 is officially open! This is your opportunity to contribute to a pivotal event that will explore the future of research management and administration in a sustainable world. Hosted by the European Association of Research Managers and Administrators (EARMA), this gathering will take place at the wonderful IFEMA Palacio Municipal in Madrid, Spain, May 06-08, 2025. The theme of the INORMS Congress Madrid 2025 is A Sustainable Profession in a Sustainable World focusing on the dynamic role of research managers in fostering a resilient and ethical research and innovation ecosystem. Please note that the INORMS Congress 2025 will take place instead of the EARMA Conference 2025. ⏰ Deadline September 16, 2024 ✍️ https://bit.ly/3XNeR5F #researchmanagement #researchadministration #researchsupport #HorizonEurope #HorizonEU #researchethics #researchintegrity #researchandinnovation #OpenScience #Madrid #Spain #researchers #INORMScongress #Conference #INORMS