01. Human Resources Strategy for Researchers (HRS4R)
In 2017 the University of Silesia in Katowice has been granted the HR Excellence in Research award. The University joined the group of elite institutions that ensure its researchers the best conditions for work and development: the transparent recruitment process, stability of employment and the opportunities for professional development at every stage of their careers.
The award, granted by the European Commission is one of the actions realized as a part of the Human Resources Strategy for Researchers (HRS4R).The initiative supports the transparent rules of recruitment of researchers and creation of the attractive job positions at the European universities.
Why is the HR Excellence in Research important for the University of Silesia in Katowice?
The HR Excellence in Research logo is awarded by the European Commission and it confirms that the institution:
02. Benefits connected with the HR Excellence in Research award for the University of Silesia in Katowice
higher chances of the institutions in the international grant programmes of the European Commission’s international funding programmes Horizon 2020/ Horizon Europe
better chances in the national grant programmes and initiatives of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Poland
better visibility of the University job offers, thanks to the access to the European recruitment database EURAXESS
positive image of the university as an employer that abides by European standards in the recruitment, employment and employee development standards of researchers
03. Implementation of the HRS4R at the University of Silesia in Katowice – the key implementation stages
04. HRS4R implementation at the University of Silesia in Katowice – the key documents
05. European Charter for Researchers
The Europen Charter for Researchers sets the direction for the HRS4R activities.
Did you know?
In 2024 the European Charter for Researchers replaced the two documents created previously: The European Charter for Researchers (2005) and Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers
Update of the documents was a result of implementation of the COUNCIL RECOMMENDATION of 18 December 2023 on a European framework to attract and retain research, innovation and entrepreneurial talents in Europe (Annex II from p. 18).
06. Exemplary actions implemented at the University of Silesia in Katowice
University of Silesia implements the principles of the European Charter for Researchers to reach the research excellence by creating the inspiring work evironment in the area of research and education which fosters staff development and has a positive influence on the socio-economic environment of the university.
Pillar 1: Ethics, Integrity, Gender and Open Science
Pillar 2: Researchers’ Assessment, Recruitment, Selection and Career Progression
Pillar 3: Working Conditions and Practices
07. Tools supporting research career development available as a part of the European Research Area
