The workshop will be held in English and run for two days, on July 8 and 9, 2021.

Taking an international perspective, this workshop explores the perspectives of developing a sustainable career in research. It helps the participants to assess their current position, to clarify their career aspirations and long-term research goals as well as to develop a road map for achieving them.

The workshop also provides essential guidance on exploiting research funding opportunities effectively at the postdoctoral stage. Participants will learn how to employ key strategy tools to develop their research agenda, identify a portfolio of funding opportunities to pursue in the coming years and manage the grant life cycle systematically to build their resources and capabilities for further career advancement.

Your benefits

By participating in the workshop, you will be better equipped to:

• navigate the German research and innovation landscape,

• understand the broader context in which higher education and research institutions operate,

• respond to the evolving roles and responsibilities of a researcher as the career progresses,

• apply strategic approaches to advance a research career,

• develop a competitive research agenda,

• identify and exploit funding opportunities effectively,

• and move from smaller to larger grants.

This compact, yet highly interactive workshop employs theoretical input, plenary discussions, individual and small group work, experience sharing, peer coaching, and expert advice.

Eligibility: Since this event is organised by the KHYS Postdoc Office, postdocs (who are members of KHYS) will have priority for attending. Doctoral researchers, however, can still register and will be offered a spot if not all places are taken.

If you are currently not yet a member of KHYS, you can register here.

The workshop will be held in English and run for two days, on July 8 and 9, 2021.

Technical requirements: To participate in this workshop, you need a stable internet connection, a webcam and a microphone. Participants will receive further detailed information regarding the online-platform prior to the workshop.