The early to mid-career researcher (EMCR) subcommittee was formed in 2014 to support and empower EMCRs and PhD students. Its purpose is to enhance their confidence, effectiveness, and capacity by providing opportunities for networking, mentoring, collaboration, skills development and career planning.
This subcommittee considers early and mid-career researchers as:
- Early career researchers are considered those who are within 5 years of their last postgraduate degree and have been working in the field as a researcher or scientist for less than 10 years (taking into consideration career disruption).
- Mid-career researchers are considered those who are between 5 and 15 years of their last postgraduate degree and have been working in the alcohol and other drugs field as a scientist or researcher for at least 5 years, not reaching professorial level (taking into account career disruption).
Current PhD students are also considered as EMCRs. These definitions are broadly consistent with the APSAD Awards.
NETWORKING
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Each year at the annual APSAD Conference, the EMCR Subcommittee hosts a dedicated networking event that brings together PhD students, EMCRs and early-career clinicians embarking on research from across the country. Importantly, the event creates a welcoming space for those who may be geographically isolated or working within smaller research groups to connect with a broader community. The program features informal presentations from leaders in the alcohol and other drug sector, who share practical insights and their top tips for building a successful career. Attendees have ample opportunity to network with peers, exchange ideas, gain valuable advice, and explore new collaborations and career pathways in a supportive and dynamic environment. Visit the EMCR Networking webpage for details for this year's event. |
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JOIN IN THE CONVERSTATION
Social Media
The APSAD EMCR network on LinkedIn, Facebook and Bluesky provides a discussion forum for APSAD members and is also currently open to non-members.
Join in the conversation where our network shares information on job opportunities; career resources; grant funding; networking events; share blogs and support each other.
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Start a conversation on LinkedIn with the APSAD EMCR network |
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Join the APSAD EMCR Network closed group on Facebook |
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Follow us on Bluesky @apsad-emcr.bsky.social |
Listserv
Are you current APSAD Member? If you wish to join our listserv to receive updates directly to your inbox email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to be added to the mailing list.
If you are not a current APSAD member and you are interested in joining the EMCR listserv, consider signing up for APSAD membership, details can be found here.
EARLY CAREER ABSTRACT MENTOR PROGRAM
The Abstract Mentor Program was initiated in 2015 with the objective of assisting first time early career researchers (including PhD students) who were working or studying in the alcohol and other drugs field to improve their abstracts before submitting them to the APSAD Conference, thus increasing the chance of their work being represented at our conference.
The program is especially targeted at early career researchers from resource-limited settings who may lack access to opportunities for rigorous mentoring in research and writing.
For further information visit the conference webpage
APSAD AWARDS
The annual APSAD Awards for Excellence in Science, Research, and Practice are designed to provide peer recognition for those working in the alcohol and other drug field in Australasia.
The Kyp Kypri Early Career Award is for excellence in research relative to career opportunities.
The Mid Career Award is for significant contributions in the alcohol and other drug field.
For further information on all the APSAD Awards go the Awards page on the APSAD website.
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Visit the APSAD YouTube Channel to view the past Early Career Award winner’s keynote presentation. |
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APSAD STUDENT MEMBERSHIP
Are you enrolled in an undergraduate or postgraduate degree, studying full time, or working part-time? You may be eligible to apply for FREE APSAD Student membership.
To find out more about the different types of membership visit our Membership page.
APSAD EMCR SUBCOMMITTEE
Click here to view the current committee listing.