Dear Colleague, If you are an early-career researcher aiming for an academic or industry career and looking to sharpen your grant-writing skills, we kindly invite you to register for our upcoming online course “MSCA and ERC grant writing for young researchers” on 20 May 2026 to secure your spot. MSCA and ERC grant writing for young researchersOnline on 20 May 2026, 9:00-12:00 CEST Participants will learn how to demystify the research funding landscape for early stage researchers and equip themselves to draft competitive grant proposals for MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships and ERC Starting Grants, understanding what reviewers actually value and how funding agencies work. Drawing on extensive experience as a Research Manager and Expert Evaluator for the European Commission, our trainer Dr. Paolo Simonelli will share practical, high-impact approaches and real examples to help you develop your proposal concept quickly. Why join this course? - Get a quick tour of top funding schemes, including MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships and ERC Starting Grants;
- Learn what reviewers really want and the key differences between a research paper and a project proposal;
- Avoid "killer mistakes" that often hold back early-career researchers;
- Gain hands-on experience with a practical exercise to draft your project concept in 5-10 lines;
- Master the core elements needed to produce a compelling, well-organised draft;
- Benefit from trainer-led insights and final tips for success based on over a decade of experience in European research projects.
Join us to gain the practical know-how needed to navigate funding options with confidence and increase your chances of success. More online courses on key Horizon Europe topics are available in the coming months – visit our website to explore the full training calendar. For any questions or doubts, we’re here for you! Kind regards, Melinda Lantos Europa Media Trainings |