Other Participate in the OECD-EU Research and Development Careers Survey 2026: Help Shape the Future of Research Careers

15-07-2026 to
25-09-2026 Add to iCal
OECD and European Commission (Research and Innovation Careers Observatory, ReICO)
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Help shape the future of research careers

The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) and the European Union invite researchers to participate in the Research and Development Careers Survey 2026. The survey aims to better understand the realities of research careers, including career development, mobility, working conditions, and employment opportunities.

The results will contribute to the Research and Innovation Careers Observatory (ReICO) and help inform policies and initiatives designed to strengthen research careers across Europe and beyond.

Are you a researcher? Share your experiences, perspectives, and career journey through the OECD-EU Research and Development Careers Survey 2026. Your input will help inform policies and practices that shape research careers, working conditions, and career development opportunities across Europe and beyond. Take part and help shape the future of R&D careers. The survey is open until September 25, 2026. Participate via the OECD website.

Target group

Researchers at all career stages, including doctoral students, postdoctoral researchers, research support professionals, and senior researchers.

Why participate?

  • Make researchers' voices heard
  • Contribute to future research career policies
  • Support improvements in working conditions and career development
  • Help strengthen research careers

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