Consultation
Academic Career Transition Advisory
Structured guidance for researchers moving between doctoral work, postdoctoral posts, and permanent academic or research roles in Germany.
Who it is for
Doctoral candidates, postdocs, and mid-career researchers preparing for a role change inside or beyond German higher education.
What you leave with
A clear transition plan with application priorities, timeline, and decision criteria tailored to German academic hiring norms.
Scope
Four to six advisory sessions over eight to twelve weeks, plus written feedback on your application materials and interview narratives.
Included
- Career mapping against German university and research-institute pathways
- Priority list of suitable openings and application windows
- CV and cover letter review for German academic conventions
- Mock conversation practice for hiring committees and institute interviews
- Written transition plan with milestones and checkpoints
Not included
- Job placement guarantees
- Ghostwriting of research papers or grant proposals
- Legal representation in employment disputes
How the engagement runs
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Step 1
Introductory call to clarify stage, constraints, and geography
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Step 2
Document review of CV, publication list, and recent applications
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Step 3
Working sessions on strategy, materials, and interview preparation
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Step 4
Closing handoff with a written transition plan
Constraint: We advise on career strategy; we do not submit applications on your behalf