About the Workshop

Have you enjoyed research and teaching in the past years, but now you think it is time for a change? Or you are just fed up, but aware that frustration alone will not lead to a smooth transition out of academia. Maybe you are not sure yet whether to stay in academia or not, but would like to learn more about other possibilities before making any decision? This course, which has been specifically developed for PhD students and postdocs in the natural sciences, will not only broaden your view of what you can do with your qualifications, but also provide practical tips on how to reach your personal goals.

Introspection: making plans based on a closer look at yourself

• Your skills, interests and values
• Idealism vs. pragmatism
• Postdoc or not?
• How to get on track? Changing professional directions

Academic career development

• What are hiring committees looking for?
• How can I tailor my profile for a successful academic career?

• The private sector
• The higher education system
• Governmental institutions
• Patent law
• As freelancer
• Consultancies...  and many more!

• CVs and cover letters
• Recruiters, job ads and open applications
• Self-presentation and body language
• Your elevator pitch
• Legal aspects

• When to negotiate?
• What to negotiate for and how?
• Hard vs. soft: Do I trade off relationship vs. results or is there a better way?

• Expanding and keeping your network
• Strategic networking
• Networking for introverts
• Social media

About the Trainer

Dr. Philipp Gramlich has studied and researched chemistry (>3000 citations, Google Scholar 2022) at five universities in Germany, Australia and Scotland. He gained experience in industry, first at baseclick, a biotechnology start-up and later at Eurofins Genomics as Teamleader R&D, QC and Analytics, being responsible for up to 22 staff. Since 2016, he is fully focusing on his work as co-founder of NaturalScience.Careers.

Registration

Registration deadline: March 24, 2025 at 2 pm