Early Career Researchers
Early Career Researchers - Events & Opportunities
The 14th Health Services Research Association Australia and New Zealand (HSRAANZ) Conference in Wellington, from 1-4 December 2026, offers a wide range of events specifically tailored for Early Career Researchers (ECRs) and students. These sessions are designed to help you connect and learn from the experts.
Don’t miss these unique opportunities to connect, learn, and grow at HSRAANZ 2026!
A relaxed chance to meet other ECRs and kick the conference off with good company. Breakfast will be provided.
Please ensure you complete the ECR Booking form to register your attendance at the breakfast.
If you are an ECR and you have not received this booking form, please email HSR2026@eventstudio.com.au
Date: Wednesday, 2 December
Time: 7.45am - 8:30am
Venue: Tākina Wellington Convention & Exhibition Centre, Level 1, Rongomātānei Foyer
Note: Please come and collect your name badge from the Reception Desk before going to the breakfast. Registration will be open from 7.00am.
Congratulations to everyone who entered the 3MT! This competition challenges participants to present their research in just three minutes using only one PowerPoint slide. This promises to be an entertaining and informative session and is a great opportunity to get a brief overview of the research other ECRs are conducting. For those who have entered the competition (and those looking for a taste of what the session is all about), there are lots of useful resources on YouTube to help you put together a winning 3MT. For example, you may like this video or this one on YouTube to fine-tune your presentation.
Date: Thursday 3 December 2026
Location: Mākaro & Matiu Rooms
Time: 11:00am - 12:00pm
Informal, small-group conversations with more senior researchers on topics like career pathways, building a research profile, balancing research with other commitments, and finding mentors and collaborators. You can move between groups and join the conversations most relevant to you. To view all Mentors so you can plan who you’d like to chat to and prepare questions, please click HERE.
Please ensure you complete the ECR Booking form to register your attendance at the breakfast.
Date: Thursday 3 December 2026
Location: Mākaro Room
Time: 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Note: Please enjoy your lunch in the Rongomātānei Foyer before heading to the Group Mentoring Event.
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HSR2026@eventstudio.com.au
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