GDB8Move or perish: What needs to change in academic mobility? Early career scientists Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Policy Convener(s): Öykü Koç Co-Convener(s): David Fernández-Blanco, Simon Clark, Liliana Macotela, Christina Anna Orieschnig Tue, 16 Apr, 10:45–12:30 (CEST) The academic landscape consistently emphasizes the importance of mobility. Researchers, particularly those in the early stage of their careers, undergo increasing pressures as international mobility becomes a key requirement for securing academic positions. Academic mobility fosters global collaboration, enriches research perspectives, and increases the productivity of the individual and the research group, thereby accelerating innovation, but it comes with a myriad of challenges; particularly for academics in relationships (whether with other academics or partners pursuing different career paths), third-country nationals, … Read more
SC1.1/GM13.1/PS8.1How to navigate EGU: tips and tricks Early career scientists Convener(s): David Fernández-Blanco Co-Convener(s): Sigrid van Grinsven, Daniel Evans, Christina Anna Orieschnig, Simon Clark Mon, 15 Apr, 10:45–12:30 (CEST) Are you unsure about how to bring order in the extensive program of the General Assembly? Are you wondering how to tackle this week of science? Are you curious about what EGU and the General Assembly have to offer? Then this is the short course for you! During this course, we will provide you with tips and tricks on how to handle this large conference and how to make the most out of your week at this year's General Assembly. … Read more
SC1.2/GM13.2/PS8.7How to get involved with EGU Early career scientists Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Policy Convener(s): David Fernández-Blanco Co-Convener(s): Daniel Evans, Nazimul Islam, Sigrid van Grinsven, Christina Anna Orieschnig Mon, 15 Apr, 14:00–15:45 (CEST) The European Geosciences Union (EGU) is the largest Geosciences Union in Europe, largely run by volunteers. Conferences, journals, policy making and scientific communication are all important parts of EGU. Whatever your closest link with EGU, would you like to get more involved? Perhaps you are interested in running events, being a representative or being part of a committee. In this short course, we will provide an overview of all the activities of EGU, which are much more than just the … Read more
SC3.2/GM13.14/NH12.4/PS8.11Elevate your Pitch: Developing Engaging Short Scientific Presentations Early career scientists Convener(s): Antara Dasgupta Co-Convener(s): Florian Pappenberger, Christopher Skinner, Louise Arnal, Hazel Gibson Thu, 18 Apr, 14:00–15:45 (CEST) The scientific communication landscape in the digital era is rapidly becoming all about effectively delivering ideas in brief. As scientific conferences move from longer physical meetings to more condensed hybrid formats, not only are short presentations necessary for pitching yourself to senior scientists or your next entrepreneurial venture to Venture Capitalists, but also for promoting your research. The opportunities of networking rarely reveal themselves, unless you are able to tell a brief, informative, and compelling story about you and your … Read more
SC3.3/GM13.15Scared of giving presentations to a (geo-)scientific audience? Early career scientists Convener(s): Öykü Koç Co-Convener(s): Saioa A. Campuzano, Selina Kiefer, Eleanna Asvestari, Anita Di Chiara Mon, 15 Apr, 14:00–15:45 (CEST) Room -2.85/86 Finally, the time has come to present your scientific work, maybe at a big conference like the EGU General Assembly. Congratulations, you made it! It is a great opportunity to gain more experience in how to summarise your work and talk to a scientific audience. Especially if you are an early-career-scientist, you will get some visibility and some feedback on your research! But instead of being super happy, you feel fear? Fear of giving a presentation? We are here to … Read more
SC4.10/GM13.28Transdisciplinary research: how to learn from each other while fostering specific expertise Early career scientists Convener(s): Maria Vittoria Gargiulo Co-Convener(s): Gaetano Pecoraro Tue, 16 Apr, 14:00–15:45 (CEST) How to learn and get the key info when listening to the report of a colleague who works on something completely different from you but on the same project? How to deliver your report so that everyone understands you? How to find common ground for joint research which will impact both the project and your career? Trans-disciplinarity and cross-fertilisation are key aspects of many research projects, especially when dealing with natural hazards. To study the natural phenomenon and evaluating hazard … Read more
SC4.11/GM13.29Transferable skills: what are they and do I have them? Early career scientists Convener(s): David Fernández-Blanco Co-Convener(s): Lu Zhou, Meriel J. Bittner, Veronica Escobar-Ruiz, Simon Clark Fri, 19 Apr, 08:30–10:15 (CEST) Anyone entering the job market or looking for a new job after academia will confront the phrase ‘transferable skills’. PhD candidates and scientists are advised to highlight their transferable skills when applying for non-academic jobs, but it can be hard to know what these skills are. Similarly, for those looking to change scientific research areas or take a leap into a new field for their PhD, it is important to highlight your transferable skills. Big data analysis, communicating your findings, … Read more
SC4.5/GM13.23/PS8.6Careers inside and outside of academia: Panel Discussion Early career scientists Convener(s): Veronica Peverelli Co-Convener(s): Jenny Turton, Anouk Beniest, Gökben Demir, Simon Clark Thu, 18 Apr, 19:00–20:00 (CEST) After the PhD, a new challenge begins: finding a position where you can continue your research or a job outside academia where you can apply your advanced skills. This task is not always easy, and frequently a general overview of the available positions is missing. Furthermore, in some divisions, up to 70% of PhD graduates will go into work outside of academia. There are many different careers which require or benefit from a research background. But often, students and early … Read more
SC4.6/GM13.24/PS8.5Satisfaction, salary and value: how and when to negotiate your employment conditions Early career scientists Convener(s): Hazel Gibson Co-Convener(s): Simon Clark, Veronica Peverelli Thu, 18 Apr, 10:45–12:30 (CEST) Going through a career transition (such as moving into or out of a formal research environment) can be a challenge that many people feel underprepared for. Being able to consider the value of a position in its entirety, beyond salary, is an important skill that can be difficult to master until you have had some practical experience. Many elements beyond salary may fall into the category of employment conditions, including: flexible working hours and conditions; contracted hours; location; workplace culture … Read more
SC4.7/GM13.25/PS8.4How to establish and grow your scientific network Early career scientists Convener(s): Simona Gabrielli Co-Convener(s): Öykü Koç, Rebekka Steffen, Giulia Consuma, Megan Holdt Mon, 15 Apr, 08:30–10:15 (CEST) Networking is crucial for scientists of all career stages for collaborations as well as for their personal growth and career pathways. Your scientific network can offer valuable support in navigating the challenges of academic life, aiding in career decisions, and providing constructive input on job applications, proposals, and research papers. Not only that but also, a scientific network can offer fresh insights, open doors to interdisciplinary partnerships, and spark innovative projects. Establishing an initial network can prove daunting, particularly when … Read more
