HR Excellence at CeMM

CeMM has officially endorsed the European Charter for Researchers and the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers for the Recruitment of Researchers as of 6 September 2022. This important step aligns CeMM with the European Commission’s Human Resources Excellence in Research initiative, which promotes a stimulating and fair work environment for researchers across Europe.

The European Charter outlines 40 key principles covering four main areas:

• Ethical and professional responsibilities in research
• Fair and transparent recruitment and selection processes
• Supportive working conditions and social security
• Opportunities for training and career development

By embracing these principles, CeMM demonstrates its strong commitment to fostering a research culture that values integrity, inclusivity, and continuous professional growth. It highlights the importance of researcher mobility and knowledge sharing as essential drivers of scientific innovation and career advancement.

Following the endorsement, CeMM conducted a comprehensive gap analysis involving input from researchers and administrative staff to assess current practices. The findings directly informed a tailored HR strategy and action plan aimed at enhancing institutional policies and implementing improvements from 2023 onward.

Through this initiative, CeMM reinforces its position as a leading research institution that prioritizes the wellbeing, rights, and development of its scientific community.