A life in academia abounds with opportunities and excitement — and it is full of uncertainties and risks. It is, therefore, a good idea carefully to plan your next steps and to explore possible career paths in some detail. This talk underlines the relevant characteristics of the German academic labour market and encourages you actively to develop ideas about your professional development. It also addresses the challenges involved in navigating the German labour market.
Dr. Matthias Zach counsels researchers and scientists on all relevant aspects of their careers. Educated in Oxford, Paris and Tübingen, he has previously worked as an academic, a science manager and as an independent translator. In his current position at the Karriereberatung für Akademiker*innen, he focuses especially on national and international academic careers.
