Deadline: November 15, 2025

The Young Scholars Network (YECREA) of the ECREA seeks early-career researchers to serve as section representatives. We have 3 vacant positions, offering opportunities for emerging scholars to help shape their field while gaining international leadership experience.

Available Positions

We are seeking representatives for the following Sections, Temporary Working Groups (TWG), and Networks:

• Central and East-European Network
  
• Science and Environment Communication
  
• Organizational and Strategic Communication
  

We recommend applying to the section where you typically present your research and whose scholarly conversations you wish to join more actively. 

Position Overview

The role of a YECREA representative involves working closely with the section leadership to advance research and support early-career scholars in their respective fields. Key responsibilities include:

• Collaborating with section management teams on academic events
  
• Organizing pre-conference workshops and meetings
  
• Facilitating networking opportunities for young scholars
  
• Disseminating information about field-specific opportunities
  
• Contributing to YECREA’s strategic initiatives
  

The position of YECREA representative requires approximately 5-8 hours per month on average, depending on the activity of the section and your own initiative.

While this is currently an unpaid volunteer position, it provides valuable opportunities for professional development. Representatives gain hands-on experience organizing academic events while building an international network in their field. Through active

involvement in section activities, the role offers a platform to develop leadership capabilities and increase visibility within the research community.

Eligibility and Requirements

• PhD candidates and post-doctoral researchers in non-tenure positions
  
• ECREA membership (required upon acceptance)
  
• Minimum one-year commitment (ideally two)
  
• Fluent English communication skills
  

Application Process

Submit a single PDF document (max. 500 words) containing:

• A heading with your name and the specific position you are applying for
  
• Details on your current university, position, and career progression (1 paragraph)
  
• A brief description of your research + a brief statement on your work’s connection to the specific section, TWG, or network (1 paragraph)
  
• A brief statement on your aspirations for improving early-career research/experiences (1 paragraph). For this point, please acquaint yourself with the YECREA website and our strategic initiatives.
  
• A short CV (max. 2 pages, not included in the word count).
  
• Team applications (two people) are welcome. We encourage applications from researchers of all backgrounds and institutions across Europe.

Submit applications and/or questions to: yecreanetwork@gmail.com 

Timeline

Deadline: 15 November 2025, 23:59 CET

Results notification: 15 December 2025

On-boarding: late January 2026

The YECREA managing committee will evaluate applications based on research alignment, motivation, and commitment to supporting emerging scholars. 

For section details: https://www.ecrea.eu/Sections