Join us for the workshop "Unlocking the Secrets of Professorship Appointments in Germany – From Mystery to Clarity" on Tuesday, 18 March 2025, from 9am to 1pm via Zoom. Led by Dr. Cathleen Heil from the Academic Staff Development Office at Leipzig University, this workshop will explore crucial steps in the professorship appointment process, helping you understand its mechanics and refine your self-presentation.
General Information
- Register here by 11 March 2025.
- The event is planned in English. If there is a high demand for German, we may consider switching the language.
- If you find that you are unable to attend, please cancel your registration as soon as possible via email or phone. This allows us to offer your place to others on the waiting list.
About the Workshop
The career path to a professorship in Germany often feels like a "black box"—opaque, complex, random and difficult to navigate. However, understanding the mechanisms behind the appointment process can help you prepare effectively, improve your chances of success, and to deal with possible moments of disappointment and frustration.
In this hands-on workshop on Tuesday, 18 March 2025, from 9am to 1pm via Zoom, led by Dr. Cathleen Heil from the Academic Staff Development Office at Leipzig University, we will shed light on the key steps of the process: How do appointment procedures typically work? Who is part of the appointment committee? What are the crucial selection criteria? And how can you tailor your application materials accordingly? What personal attitude do you need to cultivate to be both successful and calm?
Through informative input sessions, interactive exercises, and focused reflection, you will gain valuable insights and experience into:
- The structure and logic of professorship appointment procedures
- The key requirements for your application documents
- Essential do’s and don’ts in the selection process
- Positioning yourself effectively and refining your self-presentation
Please note that this workshop does not offer in-depth training on the individual aspects but remains at an informative, though interactive, level. This workshop is open to all disciplines. Questions related to a career in medicine will only be addressed to a limited extent.
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About the Trainer
- Dr. Cathleen Heil is a career advisor for academic pathways at Leipzig University, providing individual counseling and tailored support for early-career researchers preparing for professorship appointment procedures. With her extensive experience in research, teaching, and academic career development, she offers practical insights into the key requirements, processes, and strategies for successfully navigating professorship appointment procedures at German universities.