Schedule of Events
Friday, 16 May 2025
9:00 - 13:00
Ethics in the Lab. A Workshop on Scientific Misconduct and How to Avoid it [ONLINE WORKSHOP]
Online Seminar
Online
PD Dr. phil. Alexander Bagattini and Team, ARRTI (KIT Academy for Responsible Research, Teaching, and Innovation)
What is the relation between good and successful research, on the one hand, and ethical and responsible research, on the other hand?
This workshop focuses on typical conflicts that particularly early career researchers may face in the context of a publish-or-perish culture: Is it okay for me to ignore and leave out statistical “outliers” when presenting my research data in case they impact the overall results more than I would like? Is such data “massaging” already scientific misconduct? How transparent must research practice be, when at the same time one has to succeed in the competitive world of scientific research? How to respond when you notice academic misconduct by a colleague? How should you handle problematic expectations of your supervisor?
In this workshop, however, we not only want to explain that these areas of conflict exist, but above all provide tools that can help you make your own decisions. We will do this by discussing realistic cases and using these cases to illustrate how easy it is to overlook important things and thus unintentionally overstep boundaries. In this way, participants can acquire the skills they need to recognise and avoid scientific misconduct. The workshop provides general skills and knowledge of research ethics needed for scientists to address the questions raised above. Participants attain the skills to rationally reflect on their role as a scientist from an ethical standpoint, including the specific expectations that role involves in a broader social context.
The workshop will show that successful research goes hand in hand with ethical and responsible research.
Please plan 3-4 hours for pre-workshop activities.
This event is open to doctoral researchers and postdocs at KIT who are KHYS members as well as for doctoral reserachers and postdocs from universities of the EPICUR alliance.
Technical requirements: To participate in this event, you need a stable internet connection, a webcam and a microphone. Participants will receive further detailed information regarding the online-platform prior to the event.
If you are unable to attend an event, please inform us promptly via e-mail. This way you are allowing your colleagues the opportunity to participate and you help us to maintain the quality of our Further Education Program. Thank you!
This workshop focuses on typical conflicts that particularly early career researchers may face in the context of a publish-or-perish culture: Is it okay for me to ignore and leave out statistical “outliers” when presenting my research data in case they impact the overall results more than I would like? Is such data “massaging” already scientific misconduct? How transparent must research practice be, when at the same time one has to succeed in the competitive world of scientific research? How to respond when you notice academic misconduct by a colleague? How should you handle problematic expectations of your supervisor?
In this workshop, however, we not only want to explain that these areas of conflict exist, but above all provide tools that can help you make your own decisions. We will do this by discussing realistic cases and using these cases to illustrate how easy it is to overlook important things and thus unintentionally overstep boundaries. In this way, participants can acquire the skills they need to recognise and avoid scientific misconduct. The workshop provides general skills and knowledge of research ethics needed for scientists to address the questions raised above. Participants attain the skills to rationally reflect on their role as a scientist from an ethical standpoint, including the specific expectations that role involves in a broader social context.
The workshop will show that successful research goes hand in hand with ethical and responsible research.
Please plan 3-4 hours for pre-workshop activities.
This event is open to doctoral researchers and postdocs at KIT who are KHYS members as well as for doctoral reserachers and postdocs from universities of the EPICUR alliance.
Technical requirements: To participate in this event, you need a stable internet connection, a webcam and a microphone. Participants will receive further detailed information regarding the online-platform prior to the event.
If you are unable to attend an event, please inform us promptly via e-mail. This way you are allowing your colleagues the opportunity to participate and you help us to maintain the quality of our Further Education Program. Thank you!
Tuesday, 20 May 2025
9:00 - 16:30
Conference Presentation Training. Engaging the Listener in Your Talk (two-day) [ONLINE WORKSHOP]
Online Seminar
Online
Julie Stearns, Impulsplus
The event will be held in English and run for two days, on May 20 and 21, 2025.
For young scientists, it is a regular and important task to present their work to others. At the same time, however, to persuasively communicate one’s ideas to colleagues or decision-making bodies is often considered challenging. Yet, being a good speaker is often just question of developing a set of skills and techniques such as the use of voice and body language, an effective presentation structure and the dynamic use of language.
This workshop provides participants the opportunity to improve their conference presentation skills. Throughout the two-day workshop, participants will be guided through interactive exercises to improve verbal and nonverbal communication, improve the ability to listen and react generously, and to integrate focusing techniques, which empower the speaker. Attention will also be given to structural and language aspects to improve clarity and flow of the talk.
Contents in Brief
• Effectively introducing yourself
• Engaging the audience in one’s talk
• Affirming the strengths and individual style of the speaker
• Improving body language and vocal quality
• Structuring your talk
• Constructive tactics for dealing with nervousness
• Dealing with challenging questions (Q&A sessions)
• Networking at conferences
Methods
• Voice and body techniques
• Partner work in “break out rooms”
• Language practice and analysis
• Interactive activities with online tools
Please note: Participants will be required to prepare a 3 to 5-minute presentation based on their research focus; the use of slides is optional. This will provide a basis for applying the practical aims of the workshop.
The event will be held in English and run for two days, on May 20 and 21, 2025.
Technical requirements: To participate in this event, you need a stable internet connection, a webcam and a microphone. Participants will receive further detailed information regarding the online-platform prior to the event.
This event is open to doctoral researchers and postdocs at KIT who are KHYS members. If you are currently not yet a member of KHYS, you can register here.
If you are unable to attend an event, please inform us promptly via e-mail. This way you are allowing your colleagues the opportunity to participate and you help us to maintain the quality of our Further Education Program. Thank you!
For young scientists, it is a regular and important task to present their work to others. At the same time, however, to persuasively communicate one’s ideas to colleagues or decision-making bodies is often considered challenging. Yet, being a good speaker is often just question of developing a set of skills and techniques such as the use of voice and body language, an effective presentation structure and the dynamic use of language.
This workshop provides participants the opportunity to improve their conference presentation skills. Throughout the two-day workshop, participants will be guided through interactive exercises to improve verbal and nonverbal communication, improve the ability to listen and react generously, and to integrate focusing techniques, which empower the speaker. Attention will also be given to structural and language aspects to improve clarity and flow of the talk.
Contents in Brief
• Effectively introducing yourself
• Engaging the audience in one’s talk
• Affirming the strengths and individual style of the speaker
• Improving body language and vocal quality
• Structuring your talk
• Constructive tactics for dealing with nervousness
• Dealing with challenging questions (Q&A sessions)
• Networking at conferences
Methods
• Voice and body techniques
• Partner work in “break out rooms”
• Language practice and analysis
• Interactive activities with online tools
Please note: Participants will be required to prepare a 3 to 5-minute presentation based on their research focus; the use of slides is optional. This will provide a basis for applying the practical aims of the workshop.
The event will be held in English and run for two days, on May 20 and 21, 2025.
Technical requirements: To participate in this event, you need a stable internet connection, a webcam and a microphone. Participants will receive further detailed information regarding the online-platform prior to the event.
This event is open to doctoral researchers and postdocs at KIT who are KHYS members. If you are currently not yet a member of KHYS, you can register here.
If you are unable to attend an event, please inform us promptly via e-mail. This way you are allowing your colleagues the opportunity to participate and you help us to maintain the quality of our Further Education Program. Thank you!
Tuesday, 27 May 2025
9:00 - 15:30
From Postdoc to Professorship!? Academic Career Options, Requirements, and Strategies for Your Next Steps (two-day) [ONLINE WORKSHOP]
Online Seminar
Online
Dr. Matthias Zach, Karriereberatung für Akademiker*innen
The event will be held in English and run for two days, on May 27 and 28, 2025.
Academic careers are risky business: as a postdoc, you have to make wide-ranging decisions about how to develop your research and your career. This workshop will help you plan your next steps.
Through short impulses from the trainer, individual research and reflection, and group discussions, the workshop will deepen your understanding of both the conditions that shape academic careers in Germany and of the opportunities and challenges of international academic careers.
Aspects covered include:
Permanent positions in academia: what they are and how to work towards them The postdoc phase in Germany: relevant positions, and their pros and cons Necessary achievements (publications, third-party funding and others): how to assess your situation How to develop your scientific profile and academic independence How to deal with the international dimension of research communities and academic careers How to network strategically What do you want to achieve, and how will you get there? Formulate your objectives and make a plan
There will also be room for your individual questions.
Eligibility: This event is aimed at postdocs at KIT who are members of KHYS. If you are currently not yet a member of KHYS, you can register here.
The event will be held in English and run for two days, on May 27 and 28, 2025.
Technical requirements: To participate in this event, you need a stable internet connection, a webcam and a microphone. Participants will receive further detailed information regarding the online-platform prior to the event.
If you are unable to attend an event, please inform us promptly via e-mail. This way you are allowing your colleagues the opportunity to participate and you help us to maintain the quality of our Further Education Program. Thank you!
Academic careers are risky business: as a postdoc, you have to make wide-ranging decisions about how to develop your research and your career. This workshop will help you plan your next steps.
Through short impulses from the trainer, individual research and reflection, and group discussions, the workshop will deepen your understanding of both the conditions that shape academic careers in Germany and of the opportunities and challenges of international academic careers.
Aspects covered include:
Permanent positions in academia: what they are and how to work towards them The postdoc phase in Germany: relevant positions, and their pros and cons Necessary achievements (publications, third-party funding and others): how to assess your situation How to develop your scientific profile and academic independence How to deal with the international dimension of research communities and academic careers How to network strategically What do you want to achieve, and how will you get there? Formulate your objectives and make a plan
There will also be room for your individual questions.
Eligibility: This event is aimed at postdocs at KIT who are members of KHYS. If you are currently not yet a member of KHYS, you can register here.
The event will be held in English and run for two days, on May 27 and 28, 2025.
Technical requirements: To participate in this event, you need a stable internet connection, a webcam and a microphone. Participants will receive further detailed information regarding the online-platform prior to the event.
If you are unable to attend an event, please inform us promptly via e-mail. This way you are allowing your colleagues the opportunity to participate and you help us to maintain the quality of our Further Education Program. Thank you!
Monday, 02 June 2025
10:00 - 16:00
Scientific Writing. What Makes a Good Paper and How to Write It (two-day) [ONLINE WORKSHOP]
Online Seminar
Online
Dr. Carsten Rohr
The event will be held in English and run for two days, on June 2 and June 3, 2025.
Publications of research results is the currency in modern science. It might not be your favourite occupation, but it is a decisive one, strongly determining your future research and career opportunities. In this course, you will be introduced to the process of writing a scientific paper. In order to deepen and apply this knowledge, you will also actually produce a manuscript based on your research data (and one that might serve as the foundation for a journal submission). Questions about other forms of text like conference papers can also be discussed.
A-Z of scientific writing
Developing a clear main message Priority setting in the writing process Structure and logical flow of the text Create meaningful graphics Do’s and Don’ts of AI Tools in writing Tools and use cases for AI in writing How to develop a daily writing routine Efficient communication with co-authors
Please note: Given that this is a hands-on webinar, you need some (analyzed) data to serve as the foundation for a journal article. Please also bring some scientific texts you wrote (e.g., Bachelor or Master thesis, and any published or upcoming papers) to the workshop.
This event is open to doctoral researchers and postdocs at KIT who are KHYS members.
Technical requirements: To participate in this event, you need a stable internet connection, a webcam and a microphone. Participants will receive further detailed information regarding the online-platform prior to the event.
The event will be held in English and run for two days, on June 2 and June 3, 2025.
If you are unable to attend an event, please inform us promptly via e-mail. This way you are allowing your colleagues the opportunity to participate and you help us to maintain the quality of our Further Education Program. Thank you!
Publications of research results is the currency in modern science. It might not be your favourite occupation, but it is a decisive one, strongly determining your future research and career opportunities. In this course, you will be introduced to the process of writing a scientific paper. In order to deepen and apply this knowledge, you will also actually produce a manuscript based on your research data (and one that might serve as the foundation for a journal submission). Questions about other forms of text like conference papers can also be discussed.
A-Z of scientific writing
Developing a clear main message Priority setting in the writing process Structure and logical flow of the text Create meaningful graphics Do’s and Don’ts of AI Tools in writing Tools and use cases for AI in writing How to develop a daily writing routine Efficient communication with co-authors
Please note: Given that this is a hands-on webinar, you need some (analyzed) data to serve as the foundation for a journal article. Please also bring some scientific texts you wrote (e.g., Bachelor or Master thesis, and any published or upcoming papers) to the workshop.
This event is open to doctoral researchers and postdocs at KIT who are KHYS members.
Technical requirements: To participate in this event, you need a stable internet connection, a webcam and a microphone. Participants will receive further detailed information regarding the online-platform prior to the event.
The event will be held in English and run for two days, on June 2 and June 3, 2025.
If you are unable to attend an event, please inform us promptly via e-mail. This way you are allowing your colleagues the opportunity to participate and you help us to maintain the quality of our Further Education Program. Thank you!
Thursday, 05 June 2025
9:00 - 16:00
Agile Project Management [ONLINE WORKSHOP]
Online Seminar
Online
Dr. Jan Schmidt
The event will be held in English on June 5, 2025.
Agile project management allows running projects in changing and uncertain environments. Originally developed in the IT sector, agile project management is now widely used across various fields to respond flexibly and effectively to evolving conditions.
This one-day workshop introduces participants to the core ideas and principles of agile project management. The workshop offers the opportunity to use specific tools in practice to better understand the agile project management approach by using these applications. Additionally, you’ll explore IT tools such as Jira and Trello. Beyond theoretical input, the workshop emphasizes practical application through hands-on exercises, enabling participants to actively engage and apply what they learn.
The workshop will also provide a better understanding of SCRUM as a framework in the agile cosmos and its specifics.
After the workshop participants will have the opportunity to further explore the workshop contents through a provided podcast and a topic-specific GPT, allowing for independent learning.
After the workshop, you will be able to:
Deal with the most important terms and use tools from agile project management like Kanban. Distinguish when to use agile vs. traditional project management approaches. Utilize IT tools such as Jira and Trello to streamline agile project management. Adapt to changes in project requirements with flexibility and efficiency.
Target group: Doctoral researchers and postdocs with basic knowledge of traditional project management who want to deepen their understanding of agile project management.
This event is open to doctoral researchers and postdocs at KIT who are KHYS members.
Technical requirements: To participate in this event, you need a stable internet connection, a webcam and a microphone. Participants will receive further detailed information regarding the online-platform prior to the event.
The event will be held in English on June 5, 2025.
If you are unable to attend an event, please inform us promptly via e-mail. This way you are allowing your colleagues the opportunity to participate and you help us to maintain the quality of our Further Education Program. Thank you!
Please note: In addition to this workshop, KHYS offers other project management courses with different focal points, which may overlap in terms of content:
Getting Started. Managing your Dissertation Project Successfully (D & EN) Basics of Project Management (D & EN) Project Management for Research Projects Projektmanagement in der Industrie
Agile project management allows running projects in changing and uncertain environments. Originally developed in the IT sector, agile project management is now widely used across various fields to respond flexibly and effectively to evolving conditions.
This one-day workshop introduces participants to the core ideas and principles of agile project management. The workshop offers the opportunity to use specific tools in practice to better understand the agile project management approach by using these applications. Additionally, you’ll explore IT tools such as Jira and Trello. Beyond theoretical input, the workshop emphasizes practical application through hands-on exercises, enabling participants to actively engage and apply what they learn.
The workshop will also provide a better understanding of SCRUM as a framework in the agile cosmos and its specifics.
After the workshop participants will have the opportunity to further explore the workshop contents through a provided podcast and a topic-specific GPT, allowing for independent learning.
After the workshop, you will be able to:
Deal with the most important terms and use tools from agile project management like Kanban. Distinguish when to use agile vs. traditional project management approaches. Utilize IT tools such as Jira and Trello to streamline agile project management. Adapt to changes in project requirements with flexibility and efficiency.
Target group: Doctoral researchers and postdocs with basic knowledge of traditional project management who want to deepen their understanding of agile project management.
This event is open to doctoral researchers and postdocs at KIT who are KHYS members.
Technical requirements: To participate in this event, you need a stable internet connection, a webcam and a microphone. Participants will receive further detailed information regarding the online-platform prior to the event.
The event will be held in English on June 5, 2025.
If you are unable to attend an event, please inform us promptly via e-mail. This way you are allowing your colleagues the opportunity to participate and you help us to maintain the quality of our Further Education Program. Thank you!
Please note: In addition to this workshop, KHYS offers other project management courses with different focal points, which may overlap in terms of content:
Getting Started. Managing your Dissertation Project Successfully (D & EN) Basics of Project Management (D & EN) Project Management for Research Projects Projektmanagement in der Industrie
Tuesday, 24 June 2025
14:00 - 15:30
Smarte Recherche. KI-Tools sinnvoll nutzen [ONLINE INFORMATIONSVERANSTALTUNG]
Informationsveranstaltung
online
Alexandra Kwaśnicki, KIT-Bibliothek
Mit jedem Tag gibt es mehr KI-Anwendungen, die Arbeitserleichterungen versprechen – auch für das Finden und Auswerten von Informationen. In diesem interaktiven Online-Workshop erfahren Sie, welche davon für die Literaturrecherche im wissenschaftlichen Kontext geeignet sind, und erhalten anhand praxisnaher Beispiele Tipps, wie Sie Ihre Recherche mit KI effizienter und intelligenter gestalten können.
Was erwartet Sie?
- Überblick über KI-Tools, die für die wissenschaftliche Recherche geeignet sind
- Praktische Tipps für die Anwendung von KI-Tools für jede Phase des Rechercheprozesses – von der Vorbereitung über die Durchführung bis hin zu Bewertung und Verwaltung der gefundenen Literatur
- Gemeinsames Ausprobieren im Workshop: Bringen Sie Ihr eigenes Forschungsthema mit!
Die Veranstaltung richtet sich an Promovierende und Postdocs am KIT (Mitglieder des KHYS).
Technische Anforderungen: Um an dieser Veranstaltung teilzunehmen, benötigen Sie eine stabile Internetverbindung, eine Webcam und ein Mikrofon. Weitere detaillierte Informationen zur Online-Plattform erhalten die Teilnehmenden vor der Veranstaltung.
Bitte melden Sie sich frühzeitig per E-Mail ab, wenn Sie nicht an einer Veranstaltung teilnehmen können. Damit können Personen von der Warteliste nachrücken und Sie helfen uns, die Qualität des Weiterbildungsprogramms aufrecht zu erhalten. Vielen Dank!
Was erwartet Sie?
- Überblick über KI-Tools, die für die wissenschaftliche Recherche geeignet sind
- Praktische Tipps für die Anwendung von KI-Tools für jede Phase des Rechercheprozesses – von der Vorbereitung über die Durchführung bis hin zu Bewertung und Verwaltung der gefundenen Literatur
- Gemeinsames Ausprobieren im Workshop: Bringen Sie Ihr eigenes Forschungsthema mit!
Die Veranstaltung richtet sich an Promovierende und Postdocs am KIT (Mitglieder des KHYS).
Technische Anforderungen: Um an dieser Veranstaltung teilzunehmen, benötigen Sie eine stabile Internetverbindung, eine Webcam und ein Mikrofon. Weitere detaillierte Informationen zur Online-Plattform erhalten die Teilnehmenden vor der Veranstaltung.
Bitte melden Sie sich frühzeitig per E-Mail ab, wenn Sie nicht an einer Veranstaltung teilnehmen können. Damit können Personen von der Warteliste nachrücken und Sie helfen uns, die Qualität des Weiterbildungsprogramms aufrecht zu erhalten. Vielen Dank!
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