The European Charter for Researchers is a set of principles that support the development of attractive scientific careers and aim to achieve excellence in research and innovation across Europe. The main objective of the Charter is to define the rights and responsibilities of researchers, employers, funders, and policymakers.

What is in the Charter for you?

  • It emphasises fair working conditions, transparency, equal opportunities, and career development.
  • It anchors the principles of ethics, integrity, credibility, and respect for intellectual property in science.
  • It improves conditions for both early-career and experienced researchers, thereby enhancing the attractiveness of a research career.
  • It strengthens international cooperation, recognition of qualifications, and open collaboration across Europe.

4 Pillars & 20 Key Prinicples

How do we practise the principles of the Charter at FZU?

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The full text of the Charter in English is available here: The European Charter for Researchers

Posters on each of the pillars of the Charter and their implementation at FZU with links are available here: Charter at FZU - posters