Conference Research Careers without Borders
Turning European research career policies into practice.
How can we make research careers more attractive, sustainable and accessible across sectors and borders? How can universities, research organisations and industry work together to create better opportunities for researchers?
Join us for two days of insightful discussions, practical examples and shared experiences on how to turn European research career policies into institutional practice.
The conference will bring together representatives of the European Commission, universities, research organisations, industry, policymakers and European projects working to improve research careers.
Registration is now open
Why join us?
Europe has developed ambitious frameworks and initiatives to support research careers, including the European Charter for Researchers and the European Competence Framework for Researchers.
But how can these principles and frameworks be translated into meaningful changes at the institutional level?
Organised within the CROSS project, the conference Research Careers without Borders will explore practical approaches, tools and experiences that help bridge the gap between European policy and everyday institutional practice.
Our ambition is to go beyond policy discussions and project presentations. We want participants to leave with concrete ideas, practical tools and inspiration they can apply within their own organisations.
A glimpse of what's ahead
While the detailed programme is still being developed, here is a preview of the key topics and activities you can look forward to.
The detailed programme and confirmed speakers will be announced progressively. In the meantime, registration is already open – secure your place and stay tuned for updates!
Who should attend?
The conference is designed for anyone involved in shaping, supporting or developing research careers, including:
- Research managers, HR professionals and career development specialists
- Universities and research-performing organisations
- Industry representatives and innovation ecosystem stakeholders
- Policymakers and representatives of European and national initiatives
- Researchers
- Coordinators and partners of European research career projects
Whether you are developing institutional policies, supporting researchers' careers or building partnerships across sectors, the conference will offer ideas, connections and practical insights.
Be part of the conversation!
16–17 March 2027
Venue: Karolinum, Charles University, Ovocný trh 5, 110 00, Prague 1, Czech Republic
Participation: In person
We look forward to welcoming you to Prague!
Organising committee: Zuzana Musilová (Heyrovský Institute), Michaela Svatošová (Heyrovský Institute), Tereza Smužová (Charles University)
Contact: projectcross@heu.cas.cz
In cooperation with the Heyrovský Institute, University of Chemistry and Technology Prague and Charles University.
Organised within the CROSS project (Career Management Services for European Talents)
Project number: 101216919
Funded by the European Union under Grant Agreement No. 101216919.