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	Master Research Data Management & Open Science: Essential Skills for Social Science ECRs

Lugano, Switzerland

17-21 November 2025

The world of research is rapidly changing. Increased emphasis on transparency, reproducibility, and data-driven insights means that Research Data Management (RDM) and Open Science (OS) are no longer optional—they are critical skills for early-career researchers aiming for success in publishing, career progression, and maximizing research impact.

Join the third edition of this intensive course, specifically tailored to equip doctoral and postdoctoral social science researchers with the practical tools and theoretical understanding needed to excel in this evolving landscape.

Why This Course Is a Game-Changer

This is not a theoretical seminar. Our comprehensive program combines academic theory with rigorous hands-on activities, structuring the learning around the entire research data cycle.

**Key Features: Learning by Doing**
The core of the program involves working on a dynamic Data Management Plan (DMP) as your central project. The most valuable part? You are encouraged to bring your own research data (or research ideas). This ensures that every concept, technique, and ethical consideration discussed has immediate and tangible relevance to your ongoing work.

**Practical Benefits You Will Gain**
By the end of this intensive week, you will have the necessary tools and strategies to:

> Enhance Research Efficiency: Streamline your research workflow, saving you time and effort in the long run.
> Expedite Publication: Implement RDM best practices that make data sharing and verification for publication processes smoother and faster.
> Boost Collaboration: Learn how to manage data in a way that facilitates secure and effective teamwork.
> Ensure Ethical Compliance: Address ethical considerations and professional values associated with responsible RDM and OS principles.
> Advance Your Career: Strategically use RDM and OS principles to enhance the transparency, reproducibility, and impact of your scholarship, positioning you for success both within and beyond academia.

Don't miss the chance to transform how you conduct and communicate your research. Secure your spot now for the third edition!

**Course Logistics at a Glance**
This highly practical course is hosted by the Università della Svizzera italiana (USI), offering an immersive, on-campus learning experience.
Target Audience: Doctoral and Postdoctoral Researchers in the Social Sciences.
Modality: On-campus (Intensive, 5 days).
Location: Università della Svizzera italiana (USI), Lugano, Switzerland.
Dates: 17-21 November 2025
Fee: CHF 700