Set the Direction
They lead working groups in the new phase of EOSC CZ and help transform the existing infrastructure into real impact for research practice
The Election of EOSC CZ working group leaders 2026 takes place at a time when the initiative is moving from building infrastructure to its practical use, the development of services, and the strengthening of long-term impact within both the Czech and European research environments.
It is no longer only about setting up processes, but about the future direction of expert communities, their ability to assert themselves within the European EOSC ecosystem, and to transform existing results into sustainable development beyond 2028.
What Do Working Group Leaders Do?
Activate the Community
They connect working group members, open new topics, and foster collaboration across institutions and disciplines
Represent the Community
They represent Czech expert communities within the European EOSC ecosystem and strengthen international cooperation
Why Get Involved in the Elections?
Shape the Next Phase of EOSC CZ
Help steer EOSC CZ at a time when decisions are being made about the long-term use of services, sustainability, and impact beyond 2028
Support Open and Collaborative Science
Contribute to building an environment that promotes data sharing, responsible data stewardship, and the effective use of research infrastructure
Strengthen Transparency in the Election Process
Support an open and fair process that creates space for new energy, collaboration, and active leadership within the community
How Will the Elections Take Place?
Online
A modern process completed in just a few clicks
Secure
Reliable security guaranteed
Transparent
A clear and well-informed election process
Election Timeline
Working Group Candidates 2026
Before the start of voting, a candidate booklet will be published, presenting each candidate’s professional profile and their key theses and vision for leading the working group.
Candidates may also apply even if they are not currently members of the respective working group. The elections therefore open up space for new individuals who are interested in actively contributing to the leadership of working groups and supporting their further development.
Interest in candidacy can be expressed by sending an email to info@eosc.cz. The EOSC CZ Secretariat will then provide candidates with further information on the next steps.
Election Committee
The Election Committee oversees the preparation and conduct of the elections and ensures their transparency in accordance with the applicable rules. The committee consists of four members from across the working groups and a secretary, who serves as the chair of the committee.
Members of the Election Committee:
- Lukáš Patrnčiak (EOSC CZ Secretary)
- Ondřej Hradil (Bio / Health / Food WG)
- Jaroslava Škudrnová (Metadata; National Data Infrastructure Architecture; Humanities and Arts WGs)
- Kateřina Paldusová (Materials Science and Technology WG)
- Markéta Pernisová (Bio / Health / Food WG)
Guide to Online Voting
Voting procedure
- Open the Election URL (from the email sent by no-reply@mail.heliosvoting.org)
- Click on "Start"
3. Vote for a candidate (choose one possibility)
4. Click on "Proceed"
5. Click on "Submit this Vote"
6. Enter the credentials from the received email (the voter ID and password)
7. Click on "Authenticate & cast ballot"
8. You will see the screen "Succesfully Cast!"
9. You will receive an email with confirmation
10. Congratulations, you have completed the process
Additional Information
An eligible voter is any member of a working group, i.e. any person who has been duly registered in a specific working group via the registration form on the EOSC CZ website no later than 8 February 2026 (the day before the start of online voting). A list of members of each working group is available on eosc.cz.
To be elected, a working group leader must receive at least 25% of the valid votes cast for at least one candidate, with a minimum voter turnout of 30%. Further details on other situations that may arise during the election process can be found in the Statute and Rules of Procedure of the EOSC CZ Working Groups, available below.
