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Tender for Study into Open Science and Research Assessment
Science Europe invites qualified consultsants to submit proposals for comprehensive desk research on strategic approaches to, and research assessment of, open science.
The objective is to expand upon and contextualise the results from Science Europe's recent survey on the topic, through a scoping review of the broader academic research context on open science and its implementation through research assessment and monitoring.
The deadline to submit a proposal is 6 February 2025.
Science Europe's Working Groups on Open Science and Research Culture are jointly working on strategic approaches to, and research assessment of, open science. The goal is to provide foresight for policy discussions and enhance mutual learning among Science Europe's Member Organisations, as well as to lay a foundation for the formulation of strategic recommendations on open science and policies and practices for research culture.
During 2024, they held a survey among Science Europe's member organisations on these topics. The report with the outcomes of this survey was presented during a webinar in October 2024, during International Open Access Week.
About the tender
The objective of the consultant is to perform a scoping review of the broader academic research context on open science and its implementation through research assessment and monitoring. This should be connected with specific survey results and contextualise the findings with a research culture perspective. These results will be discussed in-depth with representatives from Science Europe Member Organisations during a series of internal workshops in early 2025.
Deliverables
Requested are a detailed report, to be delivered by October 2025, that connects an academic literature review to the findings of Science Europe's survey report, and analyses key levers for change, including potential contributions from various elements of open science. A draft of the report should be presented to the Science Europe Working Groups by the end of June 2025, and the full report during a public webinar in October 2025.
Requirements and evaluation criteria
We are looking for someone with an advanced degree in a relevant field, with a proven track record in conducting research into fields related to open science and/or research assessment, who is able to manage projects, collaborate, and meet deadlines. They should be able to produce clear, concise, and well-structured reports and be able to present these findings effectively to various audiences.
We will evaluate proposals based on expertise/experience, approach and methodology, quality of deliverables, and budget/value for money.
Proposals received after 6 February 2025 will not be considered for evaluation.
More information
For more details, including on how to submit a proposal, please see the full invitation to tender.
Download the invitation to tender.
Timeline
- 2024
- 23 October Launch of Survey Report
- 28 November Launch of invitation to tender
- 2025
- 6 February Deadline for proposals
- End of February Selection and appointment of consultant
- March–May Desk research and drafting of report
- June Presentation of draft report to SE Working Groups
- July–September Revision and finalisation based on input
- October Publication and presentation of report
See Also
Survey Report Strategic Approaches to, and Research Assessment of, Open Science
This report analyses the role of public research funding and performing organisations in Europe in the shifting landscape of open science and research assessment reform. The findings demonstrate how Science Europe's Member Organisations actively shape and contribute to these developments.
Launch of the Science Europe Survey Report on Open Science and Research Assessment
Science Europe launched the report of its membership survey on the role of research funding and performing organisations in advancing open science and its links to research assessment. It reveals their strategic approaches and activities to evaluate, monitor, and collect evidence on research.
