1. © SUOMEN AKATEMIA 1 Marie Skłodowska Curie Actions (MSCA) Innovative Training Networks (ITN) 11.11.2015 Satu Huuha-Cissokho, MSCA NCP University of Jyväskylä

2. © SUOMEN AKATEMIA 2 MSCA Objectives Attract and retain research talent in Europe Develop state-of-the-art, innovative training schemes, consistent with the requirements of R&I Promote sustainable career development in R&I Focus on delivering new knowledge and skills Back up strong partnership with MS via co- funding mechanism H2020 Marie Sklodowska-Curie Actions

3. © SUOMEN AKATEMIA 3 Marie Sklodowska-Curie Actions Funding for doctoral training networks Applicants academic or non-academic sector actors based in different countries Open recruitment of doctoral students to the network Innovative Training Networks, ITN Co-funding of (national) doctoral and fellowship programmes (max 50 %) Applicant is a single organisation or a network, which already has existing doctoral or fellowship programmes Open recruitment of doctoral students, international peer review of fellowships Cofunding of regional, national and international programmes COFUND Short-term exchange of existing staff members (max 12 months/person) Salaries are not covered Inter-sectoral and international (third countries) co-operation Research and Innovation Staff Exchange RISE Applicant is an individual researcher together with host organisation From Europe to any country, from any country to Europe For experienced researcher: PhD degree or at least four years of research experience after MSc Individual Fellowships IF Support for organizing public events targeted to general public to stimulate interest in research careers Europe-wide event every September Applicant is an individual organisation or a consortium Researchers’ Night

4. © SUOMEN AKATEMIA 4 Overall objective: To train new generation of creative, entrepreneurial and innovative early- stage researchers, able to face current and future challenges and to convert knowledge and ideas into products and services for economic and social benefit. Training innovative early-stage researchers. Mobility across sectors, countries and disciplines. Skills to match public and private sector needs. Attractive working and employment conditions. Excellence in doctoral research training. Collaboration between the academia and non-academic sectors. Innovative Training Networks (ITN)

5. © SUOMEN AKATEMIA 5 Main focus: Extending traditional academic doctoral training Researchers equipped with right skills and competences (researcher and transferable) Career perspectives in both – academic and non-academic sectors 3 "I" element: International, Intersectorial, Interdisciplinary Focus on scientific and technological knowledge through researcher on individual projects Innovative Training Networks (ITN)

6. © SUOMEN AKATEMIA 6 Academic sector: public or private higher education establishments awarding academic degrees, public or private non-profit research organisations whose primary mission is to pursue research, international European interest organisations (e.g. CERN, EMBL) and the EU's Joint Research Centre. Non-academic sector: includes any entity not included in the academic sector, e.g. large companies, SMEs, NGOs, museums, hospitals, international organisations (e.g. UN). Applicant is a network of organisations involved in research and (research) training Involving wide partnership of institutions from academic and non-academic sectors Strong involvement of commercial entities in training 3 modes: ETN (European Training Networks) EID (European Industrial Doctorates) EJD (European Joint Doctorates) Innovative Training Networks (ITN)

7. © SUOMEN AKATEMIA 7 Academic and non-academic organisations can take part as either a beneficiary or a partner organisation: Beneficiaries Sign the Grant Agreement and claim costs, are responsible for the execution of the programme Partner Organisations Do not sign the Grant Agreement and do not claim costs, must include a letter of commitment in the proposal. The precise role of each partner organisation should also be clearly described in the proposal. Participants Innovative Training Networks (ITN)

8. © SUOMEN AKATEMIA 8 ETN - European Training Networks at least 3 beneficiaries from 3 different EU MS or AC. Above this minimum any country can participate EID - European Industrial Doctorates at least 2 beneficiaries established in 2 different MS or AC. At least one beneficiary must be entitled to award doctoral degrees and at least one beneficiary must come from the non-academic sector, primarily enterprise. Each researcher - enrolled in a doctoral programme and spend at least 50% in the non-academic sector. The joint supervision of fellows by supervisors from each sector is mandatory. EJD - European Joint Doctorates at least 3 beneficiaries from different EU MS or AC which are entitled to award doctoral degrees. creation of joint doctoral programmes, leading to the delivery of joint, double or multiple doctoral degrees. Innovative Training Networks (ITN)

9. © SUOMEN AKATEMIA 9 Common features International network of partners which recruit and host ESRs based on joint research training/doctoral programme. Research fields chosen by applicants in multi/interdisciplinary and emerging fields of S&T. Training through individual research projects within the framework of the overall research topic. Meaningful exposure to the non-academic sector. Supervisory Board. Typical project duration 48 months. Innovative Training Networks (ITN)

10. © SUOMEN AKATEMIA 10 Consortium applies for funding consortium then recruits the researchers Employment contracts with full social security All projects publish their vacancies on EURAXESS, automatically in NatureJobs Duration of projects: 4 years Consortium agreement: compulsory for all modalities Support to early-stage researchers only (less than 4 yrs researcher experience) Fellowships of 3-36 months (normally 36 months) Maximum 540 researcher-months per consortium (180 for EID with 2 partners) No restrictions based on ESRs’ nationality Innovative Training Networks (ITN) General Principles

11. © SUOMEN AKATEMIA 11 Funding mechanism  Fully based on unit costs, 1 researcher month = 1 unit  Unit cost is pre-calculated in estimated budget  Total = unit costs* x number of units Cost categories Innovative Training Networks (ITN) A. Recruited Researchers: A.1Living allowance A.2Mobility allowance A.3Family allowance B. Institutional costs: B.1Research, training and networking costs B.2Management and indirect costs

12. © SUOMEN AKATEMIA 12 Costs categories ResearcherInstitution Living allowance* Mobility allowance Family allowance Research, training and networking costs Management and indirect costs 3.1106005001.8001.200 *Country correction coefficient applies to the living allowance Researcher Allowances include employer contributions Researcher Allowances are a minimum to be paid (top-ups from other sources permitted) 1 unit = 1 month of eligible ESR Financing

13. © SUOMEN AKATEMIA 13 How much? Fixed amount of €1.800 per researcher-month What is it used for? To contribute to expenses related to:  Training courses etc.  Research costs  Participation of researchers in training events and conferences  Secondments  Co-ordination between participants  Tuition fees (if applicable) Innovative Training Networks (ITN) B.1Research, training and networking costs

14. © SUOMEN AKATEMIA 14 Some Frequently asked questions: Can we pay the fellow less?  No  Breach of the Grant Agreement Can we pay the fellow more?  Yes  But any top-up cannot be charged to the project We operate on a 13 month pay regime, can we use this?  Yes  provided the fellow receives the full amount owed and it is clearly stated in the contract with the fellow. Do we always pay the fellow in euro?  No  The fellow can be paid in the local currency, but the costs must be reported in euro. Innovative Training Networks (ITN)

15. © SUOMEN AKATEMIA 15 Mobility rule The researcher must not have resided or carried out his/her main activity (work, studies, etc.) in the country of his/her host organisation for more than 12 months in the 3 years immediately prior to his/her (first) recruitment*. Compulsory national service and/or short stays such as holidays are not taken into account. Exception: for international organisations, the mobility rule does not apply to the hosting of eligible researchers. However, the appointed researcher shall not have spent more than 12 months in the 3 years immediately prior to recruitment at the same organisation. * mobility calculated at date of recruitment! Innovative Training Networks (ITN)

16. © SUOMEN AKATEMIA 16 Typical activities Network-wide training activities (e.g. seminars, workshops and summer schools). Training in key transferable skills. Collaboration and exchange of knowledge within the network. Communication & Dissemination. Public engagement. Innovative Training Networks (ITN)

17. © SUOMEN AKATEMIA 17 European Training Networks (ETN)

18. © SUOMEN AKATEMIA 18 ETN Network composition: Min 3 beneficiaries from 3 MS/AC. Typical size: 6-10 participants. Each beneficiary must recruit and host at least one researcher at its premises. Participation of non-academic sector considered essential. Maximum of 540 researcher months for the network. Secondments to other beneficiaries and/or partner organisations up to 30% of the researcher recruitment period. Joint supervision encouraged. Maximum 40% of total budget to one country. European Training Networks (ETN)

19. © SUOMEN AKATEMIA 19 MARIE SKŁODOWSKA- CURIE ACTIONS EID European Industrial Doctorate

20. © SUOMEN AKATEMIA 20 EID in a few words EID is about Doctoral training in collaboration with non-academic sector ≥ 50% of time at non-academic sector + ≥ 50% PhD enrolment at academia What? How? With… Joint selection, training and supervision European Industrial Doctorates (EID)

21. © SUOMEN AKATEMIA 21 Partner Organisation(s) Academic Non- academic Partner Organisation(s) Non- Academic Country 2 Academic Country 1 ≥ 50% EID – 2 beneficiaries  2 beneficiaries  1 academic  1 non-academic  2 countries (MS/AC)  Max. 180 researcher- months  PhD enrollment  > 50% of time at non- academic sector  Joint supervision European Industrial Doctorates (EID)

22. © SUOMEN AKATEMIA 22 Partner Organisation(s) Academic Non- academic Partner Organisation(s) Non- Academic Country 2 Academic Country 1 ≥ 50% EID – Multi-beneficiaries Non- Academic Country 3  3+ beneficiaries  Min. 1 academic  Min. 1 non-academic in 2 countries (MS/AC)  Additional beneficiaries any sector, any country  Max. 540 researcher- months  PhD enrollment  > 50% of time at non- academic sector  Joint supervision European Industrial Doctorates (EID)

23. © SUOMEN AKATEMIA 23 Each researcher is recruited: 100% by a beneficiary and sent to other partner(s) for the share of time foreseen in the project/mode, OR Separately by each beneficiary for the period of time they spend there. EID Recruitment Option 1 Option 2 European Industrial Doctorates (EID) When selecting the recruitment option, consider: - Influence on salary (country correction coefficients) - Ease of implementation

24. © SUOMEN AKATEMIA 24 MARIE SKŁODOWSKA- CURIE ACTIONS European Joint Doctorates (EJD)

25. © SUOMEN AKATEMIA 25 international, intersectoral and multi/inter- disciplinary collaboration in doctoral-level training in Europe Creation of joint doctoral programmes Delivery of joint, double or multiple doctoral degrees Objectives of EJDs European Joint Doctorates (EJD)

26. © SUOMEN AKATEMIA 26 Joint degree : single diploma issued by at least two higher education institutions offering integrated programme and recognised officially in the countries where the degree- awarding institutions are located Double or multiple degree: two or more separate national diplomas issued by two or more higher education institutions and recognised officially in the countries where the degree- awarding institutions are located Joint/double/multiple degree: definitions European Joint Doctorates (EJD)

27. © SUOMEN AKATEMIA 27 Network composition: At least 3 beneficiaries from different MS/AC entitled to award doctoral degrees. Additional beneficiaries or partner organisations from any country, sector and discipline Participation of non-academic sector essential European Joint Doctorates (EJD) Academic Country 2 Country 1 Academic Non-academic Country 3 Partner organisations joint multiple double

28. © SUOMEN AKATEMIA 28 Requirements: Mandatory enrolment of ESRs in the joint doctoral programme Mandatory provision of joint, double or multiple degrees (letters of institutional commitment signed by a legal representative needed in the proposal) Max 540 researcher months per network ESR appointments 3-36 months European Joint Doctorates (EJD) Academic Country 2 Country 1 Academic Non-academic Country 3 Partner organisations joint multiple double

29. © SUOMEN AKATEMIA 29 Evaluation Criteria

30. © SUOMEN AKATEMIA 30 Evaluation Criteria

31. © SUOMEN AKATEMIA 31 In addition to these evaluation criteria: Operational capacity of the hosts will be assessed by evaluators Table on data for non-academic beneficiaries (1st page of part B proposal) and Table on capacity of the participating organisations (section 5 of part B proposal) must be complete! Each host institution must have appropriate premises to host researchers (not just access to equipment), as well as appropriate staff resources to supervise/train researchers. Evaluation Criteria

32. © SUOMEN AKATEMIA 32 When to apply

33. © SUOMEN AKATEMIA 33 Call timetable Next ITN call Publication of the call15 October 2015 Deadline for submission of proposals12 January 2016 Call budget*370 MEUR (of which EID 25 m€, EJD 28 m€)

34. © SUOMEN AKATEMIA 34 MSCA: Current and forthcoming calls for proposals ITN Call opened 15.10.2015 Deadline 12.1.2016 COFUND Next call opens 14.4.2016 Deadline 29.9.2015 RISE Next call opens 8.12.2015 Deadline 28.4.2016 IF Next call opens 12.4.2016 Deadline 14.9.2016 Researchers ’ night Call opened 15.10.2015 Deadline 13.1.2016

35. © SUOMEN AKATEMIA 35 In 2015 call the number of applications increased by 35 % Finnish participation Statistics from the previous ITN call ITN2015 Proposals evaluated Retained for funding Success rateReserve list ETN1319836,3 %34 EID157159,6 %9 EJD8789,2 %3 TOTAL15631066,8 %46 ITN2015 RetainedReserve listBelow available budget Below threshold TOTAL Coordinators 2 (ETN)021528 Partners 10 (8 ETN, 2 EID) 5 (4 ETN, 1 EID) 14233190 TOTAL 12516338218

36. © SUOMEN AKATEMIA 36 Contact all the institutions you are applying with early Consider the role of the non-academic sector participants (SME, industry, NGOs, public administration) Read all the call documents carefully, particularly Guide for Applicants Follow all the guidelines carefully, provide all the required information, respect the structure of Part B Start preparing your proposal early Log in to the participant portal at an early stage Avoid last minute submission Tips for a good proposal 1

37. © SUOMEN AKATEMIA 37 Consider particularly training and career development aspects Make use of the expertise of your supervisor or colleagues who have already received funding from MSCA Consider the evaluation criteria. Does your application give sufficient details for all the evaluation criteria? Clear and structured information (less is sometimes more) Keep European / international dimension in mind Contact your NCP if questions Tips for a good proposal 2

38. © SUOMEN AKATEMIA 38 More information Satu Huuha-Cissokho MSCA National Contact Point (NCP) Academy of Finland satu.huuha-cissokho@aka.fi Tel. 0295 33 5075