In October, the Resowi Centre at the University of Graz was filled with cheerful, new mentees. No wonder, as the Mentoring Programme for Early-Stage Researchers entered a new round at the start of the new academic year. Once again, numerous young researchers from all Arqus universities signed up for the third edition of the programme to be supported in their work for nine months by a mentor and training sessions.
The programme kicked off in Graz with numerous workshops. The aim was not only to get to know each other as a group, but also to gather important initial information. Future plans were discussed together and possible career paths were analysed. The mentees also learned how to make the most of this programme.
The programme continues in November
The young researchers will be provided with fresh knowledge again in November. This time as part of an online training session. Under the motto "Academic Careers - Success Factors Beyond Research Excellence", Gerald Lind from the University of Graz will show the mentees why, in addition to excellent research, social dimensions and unwritten rules of everyday university life are also important for career advancement.
Training sessions like these will continue to accompany the young researchers into June. Experts from various Arqus universities will share their knowledge with the mentees. This will include input on international funding, digital presentation and the use of AI in a research context.