Early Career Researcher Conference

Program

We have an exciting program featuring keynote addresses, expert-led workshops, mentorship sessions, and collaborative opportunities. Stay tuned for more program updates!

Program schedule

Program is subject to change. 

Conference Day 1 (Tuesday, 4 November, 2025)

Keynotes:

Researcher Development Workshop Offerings:

  • Grant Writing Workshop
  • More offerings to come! Watch this space!

Plus, concurrent showcase presentations, round tables and poster presentations.

Conference Day 2 (Wednesday, 5 November, 2025)

Keynotes:

  • Health and Medical Research, Social, Emotional & Cultural Wellbeing Sub-theme: Professor Martina Sanderson-Smith (University of Wollongong) 
  • Future Industries, Education and Governance for Tomorrow’s World Sub-theme: Professor Petrea Redmond (University of Southern Queensland)
  • Planet Health, Environment & Sustainability Sub-theme: Dr Jack Pascoe (University of Melbourne)

Researcher Development Workshop Offerings: 

  • Grant Writing Workshop
  • More offerings to come! Watch this space! 

Conference Networking Evening

Join us for Elevate & Connect on Wednesday 5 November, 5:30pm - 7:30pm. Whether you're looking to share your work, discover fresh perspectives, or simply connect with like-minded innovators, this is your space to grow, be inspired, and build lasting connections. Enjoy a drink on arrival and delicious finger food as you engage in meaningful conversations, spark new collaborations, and explore opportunities to elevate your research and impact.

Plus, concurrent showcase presentations, round tables and poster presentations

Conference Day 3 (Thursday, 6 November, 2025)

Keynotes: 

  • Health and Medical Research, Social, Emotional & Cultural Wellbeing Sub-theme: TBC 
  • Future Industries, Education and Governance for Tomorrow’s World Sub-theme: Distinguished Professor Willy Susilo (University of Wollongong)  
  • Planet Health, Environment & Sustainability Sub-theme: TBC

Researcher Development Workshop Offerings: 

  • Grant Writing Workshop
  • Mentoring Workshop
  • More offerings to come! Watch this space! 

Plus, concurrent showcase presentations, round tables and poster presentations