Nissen, SylviaNaepi, S.Powell, D.Baker, T.Bolton, A.Stewart, L.2021-06-202020-08-112020-08-11https://hdl.handle.net/10182/13932Early career researchers are critical to an innovative, connected and equitable research sector in Aotearoa New Zealand. It takes a long time to grow research capability and significant investment. Yet it can also be lost abruptly. This discussion paper outlines some facts about the ECR population in Aotearoa, highlights some of their key issues and concerns, and provides discussion points for how to safeguard roles and support early career researchers in the current COVID-19 situation.14enCOVID-19early career researchersDiscussion Paper