EMCR Forum

The Australian Early- and Mid-Career Researcher Forum (the Forum) is the national voice of Australia's emerging scientists, representing researchers who are up to 15 years post-PhD (or other research higher degree), irrespective of their professional appointment.
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Welcome to the Early- and Mid-Career Researcher Forum.

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The Forum is run by and for early- and mid-career researchers across science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) in Australia.

Here you will find information, resources, and contacts designed to support your career development in STEM. Whether you’re a recent PhD graduate in academia, working in the private sector, or contributing to government initiatives, the EMCR Forum is here to help you connect, grow and succeed.
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About the Forum

The EMCR Forum's mission is to serve as the voice of Australia's early- and mid-career researchers, championing improvement in the national research environment through advocacy.
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EMCR Forum Executive Committee

The EMCR Forum Executive Committee is a dedicated group of volunteers who work in close collaboration with the Secretariat of the Australian Academy of Science to amplify the voice of Australia’s EMCRs in STEM.
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EMCR Forum membership registration

Membership of the Forum is open to early- and mid-career researchers (EMCRs) actively engaged in STEM research, either as a researcher or in a role that substantially supports the delivery of research and that requires substantial research training and experience.
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Contact the Forum

As the national voice for Australia’s emerging scientists, the EMCR Forum—through its Executive Committee—welcomes your input.

Supporting EMCRs

The Academy’s efforts to uplift and shape the emerging generation of Australian science leaders span policy and advocacy via the Early- and Mid-Career Researcher (EMCR) Forum, funding and professional development through a range of Academy initiatives as well as high-profile international engagement opportunities.
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EMCR Science Pathways 2019

EMCR Forum

The Australian Early- and Mid-Career Researcher Forum (the Forum) is the national voice of Australia's emerging scientists, representing researchers who are up to 15 years post-PhD (or other research higher degree), irrespective of their professional appointment.
EMCRs at an event

EMCR events and opportunities

Early- and mid-career researchers may be interested in Academy events, networks and other opportunities.

Events

Our events bring together leading scientists, policymakers, and stakeholders to share knowledge, foster collaboration, and explore solutions to pressing challenges. From public lectures and expert panels to symposia and workshops, these gatherings provide opportunities to engage with cutting-edge research and thought leadership. Each event reflects the Academy’s commitment to advancing science, celebrating excellence and connecting ideas that shape Australia’s future.
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Programs and projects

Our programs and projects span the full spectrum of Australia’s science ecosystem – from building teacher confidence and capability in school STEM education, to supporting innovative research projects and delivering national flagship initiatives that advance scientific knowledge and participation.
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Union meetings held in Australia

Australian organisations routinely bid to hold congresses and scientific meetings of the unions in Australia.
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 Recent and upcoming meetings are listed below:

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IUMRSInternational Conference of Young Researchers on Advanced MaterialsAdelaide2018
IUMRSInternational Union for Materials Research Societies 20th International Conference in AsiaPerth2019
COSPAR43rd Scientific AssemblySydney2020
SCARSCAR COMNAP 2020Hobart2020
IUPAPInternational Union for Pure and Applied Physics International Conference on Women in PhysicsMelbourne

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URSIAsia-Pacific Radio Science ConferenceSydney2022
IUBMBInternational Union of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology CongressMelbourne2024
ICME2024 International Commission for Mathematical Instruction conference (ICME25)Sydney2024

 

Union meetings held between 2015-2017

UnionMeetingCityYear
SCORSOOS Scientific Steering Committee and Associated MeetingsHobart2015
Future Earth2015 Conference on Earth System Governance: Democracy and resilience in the AnthropoceneCanberra2015
IGUInternational Conference on Population GeographiesBrisbane2015
IUPAC23rd International Conference on Physical Organic ChemistrySydney2016
IUPAC17th International Biotechnology Symposium and ExhibitionMelbourne2016
IAUThe Multi-Messenger Astrophysics of the Galactic CentreCairns2016
IUISInternational Veterinary Immunology SymposiumGold Coast2016
IUIS16th International Congress of ImmunologyMelbourne2016
Future EarthThe Ocean in a High CO2 World SymposiumHobart2016
Future EarthFuture Earth session at AMOS/ARCCSS National Conference 2016Melbourne2016
IUPACFederation of Asian Chemical societies’ ACC-17Melbourne2017

International representation

The Academy facilitates Australia’s access to global science and technology, promotes strategic partnerships between Australian and overseas researchers, and contributes Australian expertise and leadership in regional and global science networks.
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Science on the international stage

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The Academy represents Australia in global science networks, advises international policy forums, and supports researcher participation in prestigious international events.

The Australian Academy of Science represents Australia in major international science bodies, collaborates globally through networks like the International Science Council, the InterAcademy Partnership and S20, and fosters international engagement by supporting researchers to attend prestigious international events such as the Lindau Nobel Laureate Meetings and Falling Walls Labs.
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Australia's engagement with the International Science Council

Since 1954, the Academy has represented Australian interests at the International Science Council (ISC) with the assistance of the National Committees for Science.
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InterAcademy Partnership (IAP)

Under the umbrella of the InterAcademy Partnership (IAP), more than 140 national, regional and global member academies work together to support the vital role of science in seeking evidence-based solutions to the world’s most challenging problems.
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Association of Academies and Societies of Sciences in Asia

The Association of Academies and Societies of Sciences in Asia (AASSA) was launched in 2012, as a consequence of the merger of AASA (The Association of Academies of Sciences in Asia) and FASAS (The Federation of Asian Scientific Academies and Societies).
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Japan Society for the Promotion of Science Alumni Association in Australia (JSPSAAA)

The purpose of the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science Alumni Association in Australia (JSPSAAA) is to engage Australian scientists with past, current or possible future collaborative links with Japan to enhance the strong bilateral science and research relationship between the two countries.