Courses
Workshops offered at all four CEPLAS partner institutions are open to CEPLAS doctoral and postdoctoral researchers (subject to space availability). For a complete list of courses available at CEPLAS partner institutions, please check the official websites (e.g. iGRAD, HeRA, GSfBS, AMC, UoC Postdoc Career Program). Please see as well our course archive, as several of the courses will be offered annually.
Below are examples of upcoming courses. These are allocated to core competencies expected of graduate researchers and postdocs, based on definitions from the National Postdoctoral Association (NPA). You are encouraged to learn more about the core competencies and explore related resources.
Courses are divided into the following categories:
2. Research Skill Development
Wissenschaftliche Bildverarbeitung und Analyse (in German)
Scientific Image Processing and Analysis
Gentechnische Arbeiten in gentechnischen Anlagen
3. Communication Skills
Digital e-learning platform for postdocs
Preparing for Potential Conflicts
Brush up Your English – Effective Presentations
Brush up Your English – Effective Writing
Brush up Your English – Developing fluency
Basics of Science Communications
Basics of Science Communications
The seminar serves to raise awareness in science communication. Participants learn about the interplay between research and the media. They learn the essential aspects of good communication based on basic concepts and identify reasons why science communication is important.
- Communicating professionally – Basics of science communication
- Evolution of science communication: Communication change – from sending messages to dialogue
- From target groups and media – Striking the right note
- The core message – Talking about your topic and being understood
- Trust in science – Important factors for more trustworthiness
SCHEDULE →
The workshop lasts one day and takes place from 9am to 5pm at HHU in Düsseldorf. The number of participants is limited to 12. The participants will receive a certificate when passing the whole module.
FOR WHOM →
The workshop is targeted to CEPLAS early career scientists. Everyone is welcome to join the workshop, and no previous knowledge is required.
MEET THE TRAINER →
Dr. Tobias Maier is a science communication professional with a PhD in biochemistry and a ten-year track record in academic research. He joined NaWik in 2015 and is the head for seminars and training. Tobias has extensive experience in giving workshops and seminars for scientists, both on site and online.
REGISTRATION →
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