As part of the RKEDF, RKEO are setting up a new networking group for BU’s Early Career Researchers. As part of this initiative, there is an opportunity for two experienced and research-active BU academics to provide the academic leadership for this new group, as lead and deputy. The network will be fully supported by RKEO.
The network has a number of indicative delivery aims:
- Cross-disciplinary and cross-Faculty networking opportunities
- Peer support
- Dissemination of pertinent information (e.g. relevant funding opportunities)
- A new annual ECR research showcase event allowing ECRs to present their research and develop further collaborative opportunities, to be hosted by the lead and deputy
This initiative will further support academic citizenship, as part of BU’s commitment to the Vitae Concordat to Support the Career Development of Researchers.
If you believe that you have the attributes and experience as well as the desire to help encourage and develop the next generation of research-active academics at BU, please email your brief expression of interest to RKEO by Thursday, 25th January. The final selection will be made, collectively, by the DDRPPs.
Further information about this new BU network will also be forthcoming for those who wish to participate as members.
Research Networking Scheme – Funding opportunity










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