Coaching – Application for Professorships (DHV)

An offer by the Human Resources Development

The aim of the one-on-one coaching is to analyze your current situation and provide you with the knowledge and tactical confidence that will prepare you to master the complex task of the application process for professorships. An experienced coach from the DHV (Deutscher Hochschulverband) will clarify your individual questions with you.

Online-Coaching

On request
Individual two-hour coaching appointment

Please send us your CV and your main concern for the coaching - please note that both will be forwarded to the coach for preparation

A limited offer of 8 participants until 31/12/2023

Trainer

Lawyer of the DHV

Language

German / English

Location

Online via Zoom

Target group

Research Group Leaders | Postdocs (3rd year onwards) | Junior/Assistant Professors

Track(s)

Research Track

Certificate

Certificate of attendance | 3 units are applicable within the "Postdoc plus" certificates

Content

The focus of the two-hour session may be on one or more of the following topics:

Preparation for (interim) evaluations
Applications and self-marketing for positions within academia (including the optimization of application materials)
Appointment negotiations and negotiations for subsequent positions
Identification of convincing unique selling propositions
Creation of your own strengths and weaknesses profile
Status-quo analysis
Individual career planning

Notes on registration (300 KB)

Frequently asked questions

Is there a charge for the event?

No. Human Resources Development will cover the costs.

An event is fully booked, is there a waiting list?

Yes, if an event is fully booked, we will put you on the waiting list. You will then move up if a place becomes available again in time before the start of the event.

Is childcare available during the event?

If you need childcare during an event, please contact the Family Office of the University of Bonn.

Are external persons also allowed to participate in the event?

In order to be able to participate in the training offers of the Human Resources Development of the University of Bonn, you must have an employment contract with the University of Bonn or be active in research for the University of Bonn.

What does certificate or certificate of attendance mean?

You can get a confirmation of participation for the event and of its contents on request.

In addition, we are offering a certificate programme along the three "Career Tracks": "Research", "Research Management" and "Business & Organizations". You can find more information on the corresponding page of the certificates: Postdoc Plus certificates.