Project description
Building a talent ecosystem for researchers
To maintain European research excellence and competitiveness, it is essential to encourage, support, and assist researchers and students in their efforts. In this context, the EU-funded ECROS project will transform professional development for early-career researchers across Europe by creating a cohesive talent ecosystem with tools and resources designed to empower researchers throughout their transition into academic and industrial careers. The project also aims to equip these researchers with new skills, enhanced collaboration frameworks, support systems, and structured career guidance.
Objective
Driven by a powerful consortium, composed of nine EUt+ partner universities, two young researcher associations (FJI from Spain and LJZA from Latvia), and two strong industrial partners (ATIT from Romania and ABG from France), the ECROS project aims to revolutionize the professional development of Early-Career Researchers (ECRs) across Europe. The project will establish a cohesive talent ecosystem designed to empower R1 and R2 researchers, equipping them with the necessary skills to thrive in both academic and industrial settings.
ECROS will deliver a range of impactful outcomes, including structured career guidance, enhanced collaboration frameworks, and comprehensive support systems for ECRs. By fostering academia-industry partnerships, offering mobility opportunities through industrial PhDs and placements, and providing entrepreneurial training, the project supports the diversification of research careers. The ecosystem will include the creation of the Young Researchers Statute and industry collaboration guidelines, ensuring researchers receive continuous support and recognition throughout their careers.
Leveraging the strength of the consortium, the project aligns with the EU's Human Resources Strategy for Researchers (HRS4R) and the Charter and Code for Researchers, promoting policy recommendations for improving ECR conditions across Europe. By integrating these frameworks with a tailored talent toolbox, ECROS contributes to shaping future talent within the European Research Area (ERA), positioning ECRs for success in both academic and industrial sectors.
Keywords
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Programme(s)
Multi-annual funding programmes that define the EU’s priorities for research and innovation.
Multi-annual funding programmes that define the EU’s priorities for research and innovation.
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HORIZON.4.2 - Reforming and enhancing the European R&I System
MAIN PROGRAMME
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Topic(s)
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Funding Scheme
Funding scheme (or “Type of Action”) inside a programme with common features. It specifies: the scope of what is funded; the reimbursement rate; specific evaluation criteria to qualify for funding; and the use of simplified forms of costs like lump sums.
Funding scheme (or “Type of Action”) inside a programme with common features. It specifies: the scope of what is funded; the reimbursement rate; specific evaluation criteria to qualify for funding; and the use of simplified forms of costs like lump sums.
HORIZON-CSA - HORIZON Coordination and Support Actions
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Call for proposal
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Procedure for inviting applicants to submit project proposals, with the aim of receiving EU funding.
(opens in new window) HORIZON-WIDERA-2024-ERA-02
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400114 CLUJ NAPOCA
Romania
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