Women are still strongly underrepresented in economics. Many young female researchers do not have the necessary contacts in their discipline that would enable them to assess the possibilities of pursuing a scientific career. They often do not have access to an experienced fellow scientist who could help reduce uncertainty or give concrete answers to specific questions about career or life plans.
With the Mentoring Workshop we aim to give young female scientists a forum where they receive information on working in academia, and get the opportunity to discuss topics such as research strategy and life-work balance. In addition, there will be the opportunity for questions, exchanging ideas and experiences, as well as networking.
Target audience
Doctoral students, post-docs, and junior professors
Workshop goal
To provide information on career possibilities in universities and in research institutions, to increase professional and personal networks.
Topics
• Go for It! Post-doc career paths
• Define Yourself! Research agenda and the publication process
• Expose Yourself! Presentations, social media, and networking
• Don’t Overstretch! Teaching and committee work
• Enjoy Life! Work-life balance
Speakers
• Dorothea Kübler (WZB Berlin / TU Berlin)
• Pia Pinger (University of Cologne)
• Bettina Rockenbach (University of Cologne)
• Melanie Schienle (KIT Karlsruhe)
• Christine Zulehner (University of Vienna)
Moderation: Doris Weichselbaumer (VfS Equal Opportunities Officer)