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Call for Members: Join the Early Career Committee

The call for members is closed as of 1 October 2025.

The Early Career Committee is seeking at least four new members to help revive and shape its activities. If you are an early career researcher interested in contributing to a supportive and collaborative global network of early career researchers within Earth System Governance, we encourage you to apply.

Who can apply?

We welcome applications from researchers who:

  • Are currently pursuing a PhD or completed a PhD within the past five years
  • Are Research Fellows of the ESG Project, or are willing to become one
  • Have the time and commitment to actively contribute to Early Career Committee initiatives

Please note: These are voluntary, non-paying positions.

What does the Early Career Committee do?

The Early Career Committee plays a key role in supporting early career researchers across our global network through:

  • Organizing the Mentoring Initiative, Winter Schools, and Early Career Dialogues
  • Facilitating peer exchange and professional development
  • Collecting and sharing resources, advice, and experiences from across career stages
  • Promoting collaboration throughout the network

Members of the Early Career Committee will also have the opportunity to contribute to the development of the next Science Plan, helping ensure that early career perspectives are reflected in the development of future initiatives.

Interested in joining?

Please contact the International Project Office to express your interest or to learn more about the role.

Our outgoing members will be available to support a smooth transition period, sharing their insights and experiences to help new members get started.

Find out more about the Early Career Committee and the experience of being a member in this short interview with Thais Lemos Ribeiro.

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