Call for Research Programme Supervisors 2023-2024

EFPSA Research Programme is happy to announce the call for the Research Programme Supervisors of 2023/2024.

Who: professors, PhDs or PostDoc researchers in psychology!

What: Supervisor at EFPSA’s Research Programme – The end product of the programme is a cross-cultural research project on a theme of your choice

When & Where: dates & location for Research Summer School to be announced

Application Deadline: 28.02.2023, 23:59 (CET)
Are you a PhD or PostDoc researcher in psychology who would like to be a Supervisor for an international group of six motivated and dedicated students working on a research project?

Do you want to help us contribute to the development of the academic community by mentoring the young researchers of tomorrow?

If your answer is yes, then apply for EFPSA’s Research Programme 2022! This year we don’t have a specific research theme, which means that any topic or research area within psychology is eligible.

What is EFPSA’s Research Programme?

The EFPSA Research Programme (EFPSA RP) is an EFPSA Service, consisting of a twelve-month research programme reuniting students, PhDs, postdoctoral researchers, and established academics. This programme constitutes a unique opportunity, having as aim gaining research abilities, teamwork, and interpersonal skills in the process of conducting research. Undergraduates or master students are supervised by a professor, PhD or postdoctoral researcher, this way having the chance to publish before graduation. More information can be found on efpsa.org > Services > EFPSA Research Programme.

What are the benefits of being a Research Programme Supervisor

Opportunity to develop and conduct a research project in a cross-cultural setting.

Opportunity to collaborate with EFPSA and become a part of our Supporting Community.

Opportunity to inspire and educate young researchers.

Development of leadership and communication skills that are a valuable asset of every academic position.

Opportunity to attend the Research Summer School free of charge.

What are the stages of the Research Programme?

In all, there are seven stages of the Research Programme involvement:

Attendance at the Research Summer School (RSS) in July.
Working continuously on the tasks for the research project and maintaining communication with the team. Communicate regularly with the RP Team on your research progress.
Attending online trainings (in November and January).
Attending the mid-programme meeting in person in January/ February (not mandatory).
Presenting the work-to-date at EFPSA Annual Congress.

How do I apply?

To start the application process first carefully read the Research Programme Guidelines for more general information about our programme. To find out about the Supervisor’s role and eligibility criteria please read the Supervisors Guidelines document. After reading these two documents you can start the process by filling in this application form. At the end of the application form, you will upload your Supervisor_Research_Proposal_Form, Supervisor Motivation Letter_2022, CV and Proof of Studies.

If you know anyone who might be interested in applying for this position, please feel welcome to share this information with them. Please contact rp@efpsa.org if you have any questions about the Supervisors recruitment process!