The European Commission offers a variety of initiatives and tools that support researcher mobility, skills development, and career planning across all stages of a research career:

ERA Talent Platform
A new, comprehensive platform that integrates tools and services to support researchers at all career levels — from doctoral candidates to experienced professionals. It includes information on development opportunities, training, funding, and mobility.

ResearchComp
The European Competence Framework for Researchers helps researchers develop transferable skills and supports inter-sectoral career planning. The framework includes 38 competences across 7 thematic areas.

ReICO – Research and Innovation Careers Observatory
A tool that monitors employment trends and career development for researchers across Europe. It provides valuable data for policymakers and training institutions.

EURAXESS
A European portal offering access to thousands of job and fellowship opportunities for researchers. It also provides mobility support services and information about working and living conditions in various EU countries.

The European Charter for Researchers
A document that defines standards for research work in Europe, promoting transparency, equal opportunities, stable working conditions, and professional development for researchers.