[European Commission](https://commission.europa.eu/index_en)

June 16, 2026

Around €2,000,000 total; typically one grant awarded; single-stage application.

Supports advanced training and curriculum development for managers of European research infrastructures, emphasizing skills, policy, digitalisation, and international cooperation.

--- ## Description This grant from the European Commission funds initiatives to strengthen the human capital managing research infrastructures across Europe. The focus is on advanced training and professional development for staff who manage research infrastructures, with the aim of equipping them with cutting-edge skills in planning, stakeholder engagement, digitalisation (including AI), internationalisation, and industry collaboration. The action encourages the development of new education curricula, building on existing programs like RItrainplus, and supports the professionalisation of training through executive master’s programs and targeted courses. Projects are expected to contribute to: - Specialised training for staff managing research infrastructures, enhancing skills for future operations and stakeholder engagement. - A broader understanding of EU research infrastructure policy, transnational access, and international cooperation. - Improved knowledge of EU policies and funding instruments, with training outcomes leading to recognised accreditation (e.g., ECTS points). The scope includes engagement with pan-European research infrastructures, addressing topics such as socioeconomic impact, state aid rules, data management, governance models, research security, and the sustainability of training activities. Dedicated scholarships for Ukrainian staff and opportunities for widening and candidate countries are also included. --- ## Due Dates - June 16, 2026: Full application submission deadline (17:00 Brussels time) --- ## Funding Amount - Approximately €2,000,000 is available for this topic. - Typically, one grant will be awarded. - Funded as a lump sum grant under the Horizon Europe Coordination and Support Actions (CSA) scheme. --- ## Eligibility - Open to legal entities established in EU Member States or Horizon Europe Associated Countries. - Proposals should involve consortia that may include universities, research infrastructures, and other relevant stakeholders. - Detailed eligibility rules, including for non-EU/non-Associated Countries, are outlined in [Annex B of the Horizon Europe Work Programme General Annexes](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/wp-call/2026-2027/wp-15-general-annexes_horizon-2026-2027_en.pdf). - Applicants must demonstrate financial and operational capacity as described in [Annex C](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/wp-call/2026-2027/wp-15-general-annexes_horizon-2026-2027_en.pdf). --- ## Application Process - Single-stage application process via the [EU Funding & Tenders Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/HORIZON-INFRA-2026-DEV-01-04?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=7&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate). - Full proposals are due by June 16, 2026, at 17:00 Brussels time. - Application forms and instructions are provided in the [Submission System](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/HORIZON-INFRA-2026-DEV-01-04?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=7&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate). - Proposals must comply with the page limits and layout specified in Part B of the Application Form. - Evaluation criteria, thresholds, and award processes are detailed in [Annex D and F](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/wp-call/2026-2027/wp-15-general-annexes_horizon-2026-2027_en.pdf). --- ## Additional Information - Proposals should build on existing curricula (e.g., RItrainplus) and demonstrate evolution from prior initiatives like RAMIRI and RItrain. - Special attention is given to upskilling managers in digitalisation, AI, and internationalisation, as well as to supporting Ukrainian staff and widening/candidate countries. - The grant uses a lump sum funding model; see [lump sum guidance](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/guidance/ls-funding-what-do-i-need-to-know_he_en.pdf). --- ## External Links - [Call Details & Application Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/HORIZON-INFRA-2026-DEV-01-04?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=7&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) - [Horizon Europe Programme Guide](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/guidance/programme-guide_horizon_en.pdf) - [General Annexes (eligibility, evaluation, legal)](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/wp-call/2026-2027/wp-15-general-annexes_horizon-2026-2027_en.pdf) - [RItrainplus Project](https://cordis.europa.eu/project/id/101008503) - [Online Manual for Applicants](https://webgate.ec.europa.eu/funding-tenders-opportunities/display/OM/Online+Manual) --- ## Contact Information | Contact Type | Details | |------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General Enquiries | [European Commission Contact Page](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/contact_en) | | Phone | +32 2 299 11 11 | | Research Enquiry | [Research Enquiry Service](https://research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu/contact-us/research-enquiry-service_en) | | National Contact Points| [Find your NCP](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/ncp) |

Strengthening the human capital managing research infrastructures, including in international context - European Commission

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