In this series for UDE doctoral researchers, we offer a one- or two-day workshop every month on transferable skills that are relevant during …

In this series for UDE doctoral researchers, we offer a one- or two-day workshop every month on transferable skills that are relevant during your doctorate. The last (Home) Training Days in 2024 are open for registration:

1) 31 October + 05 November:
Constructive communication and cooperation during the doctorate

2) 12 + 13 November:
Good Research Practice

3) 12 December:
Academic Writing

Further information and the option to register can be found here.

On 11 November 2024 (14:30–17:30), the Wirtschaftskolleg will once again bring together doctoral and postdoctoral researchers from the UA Ruhr …

On 11 November 2024 (14:30–17:30), the Wirtschaftskolleg will once again bring together doctoral and postdoctoral researchers from the UA Ruhr with representatives from business and society in an informal atmosphere to present the wide range of opportunities for non-university careers. This year, the introductory lecture will deal with the topic of “Artificial intelligence in business”. Registration is possible until 30 October.

Further information and the opportunity to register by 30 October can be found here.

connecting.ruhr connects postdocs from the UA Ruhr with a young, regional business network. Together, the Research Academy Ruhr and the Junge …

connecting.ruhr connects postdocs from the UA Ruhr with a young, regional business network. Together, the Research Academy Ruhr and the Junge Initiativkreis Ruhr invite postdocs to discuss their career prospects in the industry. In addition to keynote speeches on the career requirements and skills of postdocs and a panel discussion on switching to the industry, the interactive format also offers the opportunity for networking and 1:1 discussions with the participating companies.

Further information & the opportunity to register by 23 October 2024 can be found here.

Note:
The focus is on matching skills acquired in university research with the requirements and needs of regionally based companies. In preparation for the event, the Research Academy Ruhr is therefore offering a workshop on personal skills analysis for career planning for UA Ruhr postdocs on 30 October 2024 from 10:00-12:00, the results of which will also be incorporated into the panel discussion. Participation in this workshop is not mandatory, but recommended. Further information on the workshop can be found here.

The workshop offer of the Research Academy Ruhr for all postdocs & the junior faculty of the UA Ruhr in the winter semester 2024/2025 has …

The workshop offer of the Research Academy Ruhr for all postdocs & the junior faculty of the UA Ruhr in the winter semester 2024/2025 has been published. Registration for all offers from October to March is now open. As places are limited, we recommend registering early.

You can find the complete workshop program for Postdocs here.

The InFokus program (info sessions with experts & short workshops) for the Junior Faculty can be found here.

The Herbstakademie opens its (digital) doors from 24 to 26 September and prepares doctoral researchers for the final phase of their doctorate …

The Herbstakademie opens its (digital) doors from 24 to 26 September and prepares doctoral researchers for the final phase of their doctorate in a compact format. Registration for the very varied workshop programme for advanced doctoral students from all disciplines at UA Ruhr is now open until 16 September.

Take your time during the peak phase of your doctorate for workshops and discussions in a compact format. During our interdisciplinary Herbstakademie, you can prepare for the final phase of your doctoral thesis and for the time afterward. In addition to topics such as presenting, project management, networking and resilience, 12 exciting workshops also look at different career paths within and outside academia.

All information on the programme including workshop descriptions and the opportunity to register by 16 September can be found here.

This workshop supports doctoral researchers in areas that are challenging for many academic professionals who need to produce academic texts …

This workshop supports doctoral researchers in areas that are challenging for many academic professionals who need to produce academic texts in English. You work with writing
techniques and strategies (on a topic of your own choice) that help you become a more effective, efficient, and successful research writer.

At the end of the workshop, you have produced a first draft of an abstract and/or other academic text. And you know which steps to take next to become a more competent and successful writer in your field of research.

You can find further information and register (until 30 August 2024) here.

Inspired by the celebration of the Postdoc Appreciation Week in the USA and the UK, the PAW Germany coordination team once again invited researchers …

Inspired by the celebration of the Postdoc Appreciation Week in the USA and the UK, the PAW Germany coordination team once again invited researchers and research institutions, postdoc coordinators and research administrators all over Germany to join them in creating a special programme and events to honor the incredible work of postdocs! You can find the complete nation wide programme here.

As part of Postdoc Appreciation Week Germany 2024, GC Plus is offering additional workshops that are also open to postdocs outside the UA Ruhr. Information on these offers and the possibility to register can be found here.

All offers under the umbrella of the Research Academy Ruhr can be found here.

The Science Support Center (SSC) invites you to a virtual (breakfast) break, this time on the topic of ‘Seed Funding’.

Would you …

The Science Support Center (SSC) invites you to a virtual (breakfast) break, this time on the topic of ‘Seed Funding’.

Would you like to prepare your first third-party funding proposal? Do you have questions about the programme or would you like to know whether seed funding or the DFG Erstantragsvorschuss is the more suitable support format for you?
On 29 August 2024 you will have the opportunity to ask your questions at a virtual brown bag session after a short introduction to both programmes and receive an assessment of which may be the better option for you.

Date: Thu, 29.08.2024 | 09:30–10:30 h | online via Zoom

Further information and the possibility to register (until 27 August) can be found here.