Early Career Investigators (ECI)
The ESSPD Early Career Investigators (ECI) group offers an engaging and supportive network for junior researchers and clinicians interested in personality disorders. Since the launch of our summer schools, our community has expanded rapidly. As of 2024, we proudly have 39 approved Early Career members, reflecting our commitment to fostering emerging experts in the field.
At the ESSPD 2024 Antwerp Conference, our ECI members actively participated, exchanging ideas, networking, and contributing to the advancement of personality disorder research and clinical practice. Stay updated with the latest conference highlights on LinkedIn and BlueSky, and meet our dedicated Early Career group below.
Join our Online Community
Our Facebook group has grown to 98 members, and we aim to expand further, especially in the lead-up to our next ESSPD Conference in 2026 in Lausanne. We encourage junior researchers to connect with us, join discussions, and contribute to our initiatives. You can also stay updated on our latest news by following us on LinkedIn and BlueSky.
Join as an ESSPD Junior Member
If you are passionate about personality disorders and meet the criteria below, we invite you to become an official Junior Member of the ESSPD:
- Professional background in psychology, psychiatry, psychotherapy, social work, or a related field.
- Postgraduate professional status (with or without a doctoral degree).
- Strong interest in personality disorder research, clinical work, teaching, or related areas.
- Below the age of 40.
- Willingness to contribute to ESSPD activities and initiatives.
If you are interested in becoming a Junior Member or wish to contribute actively to our network, please reach out to our Early Career representative, Mariana Mendoza Alvarez
(email: mariana.mendoza.alv@gmail.com).
We look forward to growing our network and supporting the next generation of researchers and clinicians dedicated to personality disorder research and treatment!