Workshop Details
Workshop 1: Making the post out of your postdoc
Trainer 1: Dr. Dagmar Sigurdardottir
Location: Seminar room 1 (B.0.01)
Content: In this workshop, participants will identify their future goals to determine the type of supervision that best supports their aspirations. With these goals in mind, they will explore key aspects of lab management, stress management, and effective communication with colleagues.
Workshop 2: The Art of Communication for Leaders
Trainer 2: Kathrin Keune
Location: Lecture hall (A.0.05)
Content: This workshop enhances the communication and leadership of the participants. Participants will engage in interactive sessions to address workplace challenges, such as asserting oneself, managing conflicts, and leading diverse teams. Through real-life scenarios and simulations, attendees will practice effective communication strategies, explore body language nuances, and learn to deliver concise, impactful messages. By the end, participants will have practical skills to navigate their careers with confidence and authority.
Workshop 3: Empowering you performance with presence
Trainer 3: Thomas Müller
Location: Seminar room 1 ZSM
Content: This workshop empowers women in scientific fields by enhancing assertiveness and charisma. Participants will engage in activities to develop confident body language and vocal techniques, essential for effective leadership. The program addresses critical communication scenarios, such as presentations and meetings, focusing on body awareness and gestural communication to assert oneself and present compelling arguments. By exploring both inner attitudes and outward appearances, attendees will cultivate a convincing and authoritative presence in their professional environments.
Workshop 4: Future perspectives and strategic career planning
Trainer 4: Dr.-Ing. Christian Baron
Location: Seminar room 2 (B.0.02)
Content: This interactive training supports participants exploring their values, strengths, and security needs, providing a foundation for clear career orientation and actionable planning. Through guided reflection, group activities, and practical tools, participants will leave with insights and a personalised action plan for their next professional steps.
Workshop 5: Funding opportunities and key aspects of grant proposal writing
Trainer 5: Dr. Sabine Preusse
Location: Seminar room 3 (A.0.02, old library)
Content: This workshop focuses on the essential skills needed for successful grant proposal writing, a key component in securing research funding. Participants will learn how to design attractive proposals from the funding agency's perspective, enhance the scientific quality of their research, and effectively communicate complex ideas to reviewers. Attendees will work on their own research projects, whether for a new grant proposal or ongoing work. The workshop also provides valuable insights into various funding programmes, evaluation processes, and common pitfalls to avoid in proposal writing.