The Early Career Researcher (ECR)* SIG aims to raise awareness of new development within student engagement, supporting those in the beginning stages of their career in student engagement research and or in academia. The group seeks to meet the needs of not only those pursuing studies and or careers as researchers within HE but also those who are practitioners undertaking student engagement research to support their development. 

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The SIG focusses on providing opportunities for ECRs to develop their knowledge and skills, broadening their network to enhance collaboration within the HE sector. ​The SIG hosts a monthly online 1-hour meeting in which a variety of issues are discussed (and sometimes workshopped), and online writing retreats.

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The convenors invite early career researchers with a keen interest in student engagement to join us. Members do not need to be experienced in student engagement matters, nor do they need to be proficient researchers. We welcome Masters students, PhD candidates and post-doctoral researchers.