PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

OPPORTUNITIES

January - February 2026

2026

This year we look forward to engaging with you in one or more of our Professional Development (PD) opportunities.

As the peak professional body for Research Management Professionals across Australia, Singapore, Aotearoa (New Zealand) and the Pacific Islands, one our key goals is "to empower members to grow in the profession and practise of research management."

This commitment is underpinned by our ARMS Towards 2030 Strategic Plan and Implementation Plan (2025-2027) where:

"We aim to continue to grow the capability of research management
professionals from those at the start of their careers through to emerging and
current leaders. We will aim to equip research management professionals with
the necessary skills and knowledge to navigate the increasingly complex
research environment. "

Professional Development Opportunities

We are excited to continue expanding and enhancing our PD offerings, which include (but are not limited to):

Formal accreditation offerings;
PD Sessions @ Zoom - once a month and commencing in March;
12 Special Interest Groups (SIGs);
Online and in-person Chapter events including the opportunity to join a Chapter Committee and enhance your skills;
Australasian Research Training Network (ARTN);
Australasian Ethics Network (AEN); and
Annual Conference - ARMS 2026 Conference - Connected Futures: Partnerships, Platforms, and People Powering Research.

What’s Coming Up This Year

We have provided dates below for some upcoming events and will share further updates in future editions of the eBlast.

Please check back next week as we start to publish the registration pages for the February and March events.

PD Sessions @ Zoom

Releasing Soon...

20 May - Transforming Industry HDR Engagement in Australia: Insights from the Australian HDR Industry Engagement Community of Practice
17 June - Co-Piloting Without Crashing: More Research Office Hints and Tips (and Fun!)
19 August - How to Start - Succession Planning and Building Knowledge Integration

Click here to learn more about our upcoming PD Sessions @ Zoom.

Special Interest Groups

Health and Medical Research (HMR)

13 February 2026 - Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare and Research Integrity
13 May 2026
11 November 2026

Major Research Collaborations (MRC)

04 March 2026
22 April 2026
27 May 2026
24 June 2026
22 July 2026
26 August 2026
07 October 2026
25 November 2026

Research Funders (RF)

This is a closed SIG for Funders only. To apply for membership please contact ARMSMembership@researchmanagement.org.au.

12 March

Research Impact (RI)

04 February 2026 - Welcome & Informal Networking
05 March 2026
01 April 2026 - TBC
07 May 2026
03 June 2026 - TBC
02 July 2026
05 August 2026
08 October 2026
04 November 2026

Research Information, Systems and Evaluation (RISE)

24 February 2026
28 April 2026
25 August 2026
13 October 2026

Australasian Research Training Network

31 March 2026 or 01 April - TBC
24 March 2026
28 October 2026

Accreditation

We will be releasing the 2026 accreditation schedule in the latter half of March. Offerings will include:

Foundation Level Accreditation Program (FLAP) modules;
Master Classes; and
Established Level Accreditation Program (ELAP) electives and the leadership program.

Current Offerings:

Online Foundation Level Modules:
Master Class:
- 17/19/24 March 2026 - Due Diligence and Governance Considerations

ARMS Annual Conference

The ARMS annual conference is the premier event for Research Management Professionals across Australasia and Singapore, and we are thrilled to invite you to Perth, Western Australia, as we come together for the 2026 ARMS Conference!

Date: 9 - 11 September 2026

Location: Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre

Registration: Click here to register

We look forward to seeing you in Perth!

Communication

In 2026, we’ll keep you informed about upcoming events through our monthly eBlast, sent during the first week of each month. We hope this will be your one-stop shop for selecting PD offerings that best suit your availability, interests, and needs. Be sure to check your inbox!

Getting Involved as a Volunteer

Interested in joining a Chapter or Special Interest Group (SIG) and contributing to the organisation and delivery of ARMS events?

No prior experience is required—your enthusiasm and willingness to contribute are what matter most. If you’re keen to get involved, please contact us at:

ARMSMembership@researchmanagement.org.au to explore this rewarding opportunity.

Waitlists

If an event is marked as sold out, we encourage you to email ARMSMembership@researchmanagement.org.au to request placement on the waitlist. We often receive last-minute cancellations, and any available spots will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Don’t miss the opportunity—reach out early to secure your place if one becomes available.

Enquiries:

Contact: ARMSMembership@researchmangement.org.au.

ARMS acknowledges the generous support of our corporate partner:

PLATINUM PARTNER

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