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Eurodoc’s mission: “To advocate for positive change in the policies, culture and environment that affect the quality of training, well-being and employment conditions of early career researchers.” EURODOC’s objectives are:

-To represent doctoral candidates and junior researchers at the European level in matters of education, research, and professional development of their careers.
-To advance the

quality of doctoral programmes and the standards of research activity in Europe.
-To promote the circulation of information on issues regarding young researchers; organize events, take part in debates and assist in the elaboration of policies about Higher Education and Research in Europe.
-To establish and promote co-operation between national associations representing doctoral candidates and junior researchers within Europe.

24/05/2026

Recently, Europe marked the very first European Doctoral Day. While the day itself has passed, our commitment to supporting, representing, and advocating for doctoral candidates continues every single day.

Doctoral candidates are at the heart of how knowledge is created, challenged, and shared across borders. Yet, many continue to face significant challenges, including unstable employment contracts, limited access to social rights, and high pressure affecting their mental health.

If Europe wants to lead in research and innovation, it must actively invest in its early-career researchers. This means ensuring fair employment, adequate salaries, stable contracts, and the protection of academic freedom.

To turn the spirit of European Doctoral Day into something practical, Eurodoc is launching a new initiative to gather guides on doctoral programmes from different national contexts across Europe. These resources will be compiled and made available on our website, helping doctoral candidates easily access clear information about their rights, training, supervision, and career support in different countries.

Let’s continue to include, support, and advocate for doctoral candidates as they shape the future of European research.

🔗 Read the full board statement: https://www.eurodoc.net/news/2026/european-doctoral-day-2026

22/05/2026

❗The SECURE2 AGM was held in Szczecin on May 18-19, bringing together partners to analyse the results of first year and plan for the next steps.

🧑‍🎓 Eurodoc, together with MCAA and Icorsa held a workshop for researchers, to map their priorities against the SECURE RCF, and their attitudes towards advocacy. Results will be shared on organisations' websites; further workshops will be organised in the next months: stay tuned!

15/05/2026

📢 National Forum on Open Science and Advancing Research Assessment | 4–6 June 2026 | Hybrid (Kyiv & Online)

✒️ The Open4UA Consortium invites researchers, university representatives, policymakers, and all interested stakeholders to join the National Forum on Open Science and Advancing Research Assessment, hosted at Igor Sikorsky Kyiv Polytechnic Institute.

The Forum will bring together Ukrainian and European experts to discuss:
🔹 Open Science policies and implementation
🔹 Research assessment reform
🔹 European integration of Ukrainian higher education
🔹 Institutional transformation and digitalisation
🔹 Good practices and pilot initiatives in Ukrainian universities

The event is organised within the Erasmus+ CBHE Open4UA project supporting the development of Open Science in the Ukrainian higher education system.

📝 Registration: https://forms.gle/sAjxPRShu7c4aV1F9
📍 Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/2417039775480700/

We are looking forward to fruitful discussions and exchanges!

07/05/2026

📢 Are you a researcher, PhD candidate, or postdoc interested in the future of research careers in Europe?

🧑‍🎓Join the SECURE2 workshop organised by Eurodoc, MCAA, and ICoRSA and take part in the discussion on how researchers can help shape better and more sustainable research careers across Europe.

During the workshop, we will explore:
🔹 the European Framework for Research Careers (ERCF),
🔹 research career development and mobility,
🔹 the role of researchers in implementing institutional change,
🔹 current developments within the European Research Area.

🤝The event is open to researchers from all disciplines and career stages - including early-stage researchers and first-year PhD candidates.

📅 Date: 18 May 2026, registration is open until 14th May 2026
🕓 Time: 16:45–17:45
📍 Szczecin, Poland & online participation available

SECURE2 aims to pilot and implement recommendations for the European Framework for Research Careers (ERCF), supporting improved career progression and mobility within research-performing and research-funding organisations across Europe.

👉 Register here:
https://mariecuriealumni-eu.zoom.us/meeting/register/Sf9-Qg7UTaaS-yJqmx_sfw #/registration

❗ Read more on our website: https://www.eurodoc.net/news/2026/secure2-workshop-for-researchers-across-all-career-stages

04/05/2026

🤝 Join the Eurodoc Team! 🚀 We are hiring Project Assistants!

Are you passionate about supporting the early-career researcher community across Europe? Eurodoc is looking for motivated individuals to join our team in two key roles:

🔹 Project Assistant - Policy Support
🔹 Project Assistant – Administrative Support

As the European Council of Doctoral Candidates and Junior Researchers, we work at the intersection of research, policy, and innovation. If you want to contribute to our mission and gain experience within a dynamic European federation, we would love to hear from you!

🗓 Deadline: May 11th, 2026, at 2:00 PM CEST.

📍 How to apply
Please only use the following forms to apply. Submissions done using other means will be disregarded.

Policy Support: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdybYavUbAZ7cd2yeqmjfIXlsNW0hWfiQAuz9jsbUkvAMJ8zg/viewform

Admin Support: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdOnjJy02mWBRrUL-f2iOFhSGKUmvr-xWZMKNSXmGlVjxLGCQ/viewform

We will not provide a status update on individual applications. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an online interview.

Once positions are filled, all applicants will be informed.

If you have any technical queries, please contact: [email protected]

Positions will remain open until filled, so we encourage early applications!

Learn more about Eurodoc and our mission here: www.eurodoc.net

30/04/2026

🌸 Spring Eurodoc National Associations Meeting!

📅 On April 28th, Eurodoc held a meeting with the National Associations, bringing together 34 delegates to discuss key priorities for the months ahead.

❗ The meeting focused on several important topics for the Eurodoc community, including membership updates, the ERA Act, the 2026 Eurodoc Conference and AGM, the Erasmus+ fund, research careers, and the upcoming European Doctoral Day.

🤝 It was also an important space for exchange, coordination and strengthening cooperation between Eurodoc and its National Associations ahead of the AGM.

💬 Thank you to all National Associations for your participation, valuable input and continued engagement in shaping Eurodoc’s work!

🎓 Eurodoc remains committed to supporting National Associations, strengthening the voice of Early Career Researchers, and building more sustainable, inclusive, and well-connected research communities across Europe.

27/04/2026

🕛 Some days left to submit your abstract for Eurodoc2026!

❗ The Eurodoc Conference is one of Europe's most important gatherings for doctoral candidates and junior researchers and this year, it takes place in Budapest on 24–25 June 2026, under the theme: Early Career Researchers as Ambassadors for Science and Society.

✒️ Share your good practices and experiences on what it means for ECRs to be key actors within academia and society and present them in person as a 15-minute oral presentation.

👇Submissions may address themes including:
☑️ ECRs in Academic Governance
☑️ ECRs as Societal Ambassadors
☑️ Building Strong ECR Communities
☑️ Training and Ambassador Programmes

📌 Submission deadline: 30 April 2026, 23:59

Share your work. Build your network. Be part of the conversation.

🔗 Submit your abstract here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeEhJ4F3apbDZ_NWs-SkpO1b0Othnet5Q7abeebTrYUdK5U8A/viewform

👉 more about the conference: https://www.eurodoc.net/conf-agm-2026/eurodocs-annual-general-meeting-2026

21/04/2026

📢 Are you an Early Career Researcher or from an organisation representing early career researchers from across Europe?

❗ We invite you to submit an abstract for a short presentation at the Eurodoc Annual Conference 2026 “Early Career Researchers as Ambassadors for Science and Society”, Europe's flagship gathering for doctoral candidates and junior researchers, taking place in Budapest, 24–25 June 2026.

Submissions may address themes including:
☑️ ECR in academic governance and decision-making
☑️ Promoting scientific literacy and public engagement with research
☑️ Building strong ECR communities
☑️ Training and ambassador programmes that develop effective researcher representatives

🗓️ Abstract submission deadline: 30 April 2026, 23:59

🔗 Submit your abstract here: 👉 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeEhJ4F3apbDZ_NWs-SkpO1b0Othnet5Q7abeebTrYUdK5U8A/viewform

👉 more about the conference: https://www.eurodoc.net/conf-agm-2026/eurodocs-annual-general-meeting-2026

09/04/2026

📢 Vacancy Call: Join Eurodoc as a Project Assistant!

❗Eurodoc (the European Council of Doctoral Candidates and Junior Researchers) is expanding its team. We are looking for two motivated professionals to fill the roles of:
🔹 Project Assistant – AGM & Conference Support
🔹 Project Assistant – Web & Digital Operations

Eurodoc is a grassroots federation representing early-career researchers across 25 countries. By joining us, you’ll be at the heart of European research policy, higher education, and innovation.

👇Application Process:
☑️Prepare your CV (max 2 pages) and Motivation Letter (max 1 page) in one single PDF.
☑️ Email your application to [email protected].
☑️ Ensure you use the correct subject line as specified in the vacancy document.

⏰ Deadline: April 17th, 2026, at 2 pm CEST (applications may be evaluated on a rolling basis).

For full details on the requirements and tasks, visit our website:
https://www.eurodoc.net/news/2026/vacancy-call-for-two-eurodoc-project-assistants

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20/03/2026

❗Would you like to promote democratic values in academia?
Would you like to be connected with like-minded early-career researchers?

📢 The European Council of Doctoral Candidates and Junior Researchers (Eurodoc) invites you to apply for the second edition of the Ambassador Programme for Values and Democracy (ValDem) 2026.

This programme offers a comprehensive understanding of the democratic mission of higher education and research, combined with practical and theoretical foundations for advocacy in academic and societal contexts.

The curriculum, delivered by leading experts and stakeholders, focuses on two main thematic areas:

☑️ The Democratic Mission of Research and Higher Education in Europe
☑️ The Role of Democratic Public Authorities for Research in Europe

Two participation tracks are available:

✅ Track 1 – Full Ambassador Programme
Limited to 80 participants.
🗓️ Registration deadline: 31 March 2026.

✅ Track 2 – Lectures Only
Open until a total of 260 registrations is reached.

ValDem 2026 is a unique opportunity to engage with current challenges related to academic freedom, democratic governance, and the societal role of universities — while connecting with peers across Europe who share your commitment to democratic values.

🔗 Read more and apply here:
https://eurodoc.net/news/2026/eurodoc-valdem-2026

Join us and contribute to shaping the future of research and higher education in Europe.

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