EUROPEAN PHILOSOPHY OF SCIENCE ASSOCIATION |
Are you looking to build essential skills for your academic career? Join Thriving as a Junior Scholar, an online event series designed to support early-career researchers in philosophy of science!
Each session features insights from experienced scholars, followed by an interactive Q&A where you can ask your most pressing questions.The sessions are open, interactive, and tailored to the needs of junior scholars—so bring your questions! Multiple speakers may join to offer different perspectives.
Dates: Selected Tuesdays & Thursdays, June–July, 10:00 or 16:00 CEST
Participation: Online (free)
Don't miss this opportunity to gain practical advice and connect with fellow early-career researchers!
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Speaker(s) |
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Tu, 10.06 10:00 |
How to navigate the academic world as a non-English speaker? |
What are the disadvantages you will encounter as a non-native English speaker (job opportunities, publications, conferences)? How to overcome them? |
Adrian Stencel
Vlasta Sikimic |
https://ruhr-uni-bochum.zoom-x.de/meeting/register/cIhOR8n9Q6uydNevliK3lg |
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Th, 12.06 10:00 |
How to give engaging presentations? |
Struggling with structuring your talk, handling nerves, or keeping your audience engaged? This session will provide hands-on advice on delivering clear, confident, and compelling academic presentations. |
Marcel Weber |
https://ruhr-uni-bochum.zoom-x.de/meeting/register/ZPxe4tFrQjGW1V4E9YD15g |
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Tu, 17.06 10:00 |
How to navigate the publishing process? |
Publishing your research can feel like a mystery—how do you choose the right journal, handle peer reviews, and respond to rejections? This session will guide you through the publishing process, offering practical tips to help you get your work into print. |
Dunja Seselja Federica Russo Sara Green |
https://ruhr-uni-bochum.zoom-x.de/meeting/register/_fZh2QIlQ_iL_Gs4uw7L6g |
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Tu, 24.06 10:00 |
How to apply for research funding? |
Securing funding is a crucial step in an academic career, but the process can feel overwhelming. This session will introduce key strategies for identifying funding opportunities, writing strong applications, and improving your chances of success. |
Jan Baedke |
https://ruhr-uni-bochum.zoom-x.de/meeting/register/VRdYdMj1SGOh6k-8paSwcA |
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Th, 03.07 10:00 |
How to build a post-doc and tenured career? |
The period after the doctorate is confusing. What are the current postdoc funding programs in europe? What are the requirements? What are the conditions to be fulfilled to apply for a permanent position? |
Saúl Pérez Elena Poppa |
https://ruhr-uni-bochum.zoom-x.de/meeting/register/cLJtymPkRG2dsMHbfpEcKQ |
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Tu, 08.07 10:00 |
How to network at conferences? |
Conferences can be intimidating, especially when approaching senior scholars or engaging in discussions. This session will equip you with practical strategies to confidently introduce yourself, build meaningful connections, and make the most of academic events. |
Alejandro Fábregas-Tejeda |
https://ruhr-uni-bochum.zoom-x.de/meeting/register/Bfu1WnWIRPy1nWQLjhRYzQ |
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Th, 10.07 16:00 |
How to deal Imposter Syndrome and self-doubt? |
Many women and first-generation academics (among others) experience imposter syndrome and struggle with feeling like they don’t truly belong in academia. This session will explore these challenges and provide strategies to build confidence, navigate academic spaces, and recognize the value of diverse perspectives. |
Abigail Nieves Delgado Women's Caucus (Azita Chellappo, María Jiménez-Buedo) |
https://ruhr-uni-bochum.zoom-x.de/meeting/register/48n4JorqQe-9Jdz72GDodA |