Take off with CERes – Give your (new) career phase a boost!

05.11.2024, 10:00 → 08.11.2024, 21:30 Europe/Berlin

CERes, Schlossplatz 6 and surroundings

TARGET GROUP: Doctoral and postdoctoral researchers
ORGANISER: Münster Centre for Emerging Researchers (CERes), Postdoc Network Münster, ASta Promovierendenvertretung 
FACILITATOR: Rebecca Meier, Sabine Schneider
AVAILABLE PLACES: 150

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Should you register if you notice that the number of registrations has reached or exceeded the number of available places? YES!

If you are interested in attending this event, do please register even if it seems to be fully booked. You will receive an automatic email upon registration, stating that your registration awaits our manual approval. This corresponds to being placed on a waiting list. It happens that registrants withdraw their registration and that there might be a free place for you at a later time. If a place becomes available for you, we will approve your registration and inform you immediately.

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Registration starts on 13 September 2024 at 7 pm and ends on 1 November.

Dienstag, 5. November

10:00 → 12:00 Welcome to the CERes Take-off Days 2024

DE & EN
Hear and discuss about the magic and the curse of expectations (DE), talk to experienced (former) doctoral and postdoctoral researchers and about your questions and concers, and get to know (first) travel mates for your academic journey.

12:00 → 13:30 Market of Opportunities

DE & EN
At this fair, you can gather information and talk to representatives of various services and networks at the University of Münster, all of which are ready to support you in your new/ongoing qualification phase.
P.S. There will be snacks and beverages!

Mittwoch, 6. November

09:00 → 11:15 Pitch Perfect? How to Communicate Your Research effectively!

DE & EN
This sessions combines a keynote by Prof. Dr. Stefanie Molthagen-Schnöring (DE, Vice-President for Research, Transfer & Science Communicationsat HTW Berlin and communications consultant) with 5-minute research pitches and you chance to work on pitching your own research project.

12:00 → 13:00 Optional Lunch at Münster's Marketplace

DE & EN
Hungry for some new food inspiration? Have lunch (self-paying basis) with us at Münster's famous marketplace and try your way through gourmet paradise.

13:00 → 14:30 City of Stars? – Exploring Münster as a centre of research

EN
Join us for a free one and a half hours walking tour to get to know the city and its history from a new perspective and to discover new places.

16:00 → 19:00 Event tip: Staying in Germany: For Personal and Professional Growth

Find out how staying in Germany can boost your personal and professional growth during the upcoming information event hosted by the 'Researchers & Staff' department (International Office) and Münster CERes. Designed for international researchers, professors and hosting staff, this event aims to provide valuable insights and guidance on navigating careers and legal frameworks in Germany. Register here: https://indico.uni-muenster.de/event/2928/

Donnerstag, 7. November

11:00 → 12:30 Finanzierungsmöglichkeiten und Strategien für die Zeit nach der Promotion

DE
Dr. Christine Schmidt (SAFIR) wird Wege aufzeigen, Ihre Forschung zu finanzieren und Ihre Karriere zu fördern, indem sie auf Drittmittelmöglichkeiten eingeht, Tipps gibt und Ihre Fragen beantwortet.

Freitag, 8. November

10:00 → 13:00 Jump-start your Doctorate: Whats & whys & wheres on the way to the degree

EN
This workshop jump-starts your doctoral journey by providing clarity on the key steps and academic procedures of a doctorate. Understand the ‘whats’ and ‘whys’ behind typical crisis phases and get a glimpse of strategies to overcome them. Learn how to say ‘no’ to non-essential commitments, ensuring balance and dedicated time for your research. The workshop also helps you navigate the ‘wheres’ by identifying priority events to build the competencies you need to thrive as a researcher on your path to earning your degree.

15:00 → 17:00 Mastering the Maze: Open Consultation Service for International Doctoral Researchers

DE&EN
This drop-in session allows you to connect with Eva Woltering and Sabine Schneider - our advisors who are here to help you navigate the complexities of your doctoral journey. Whether you have general questions about your doctorate, university services, or practical issues such as residence permits, feel free to come along. Enjoy complimentary coffee and cookies as you mingle, ask questions, and build connections within the academic community.

15:00 → 18:00 Navigating Postdoc Pathways: Strategies for Career Orientation and Profile Strengthening

EN
This workshop will enable you to map out your postdoctoral career path. Through guided self-reflection and targeted exercises, you will explore career options, assess your academic strengths and identify areas for growth. You will leave with a personalised roadmap to enhance your postdoc experience and advance your professional future."

19:00 → 21:25 Social Hour: Social Hour (Postdoc Network Münster)

EN & DE
Get to know other researchers by joining the PhD representatives or the Postdoc Network for their Social Hour as a great ending to the CERes Take-off Days!