Each applicant will choose and attend at least three courses in transferable skills and mention them in their individual training plan (which is part of their application). This list is not exhaustive, applicants are free to choose courses which are not on the list. To be updated Fall 2017
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Institution
Leiden University
Content
The course Academic Writing aims to develop and expand the skills required to write reports, articles, books and dissertations in English and teaches participants to write in language that is both effective and appropriate for academic texts. (for Science see als communication in science training)
Duration
6 x 3 hours
Costs
€420,--
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LUMC
Content
This course covers the fundamental toolbox of biostatistical methods plus a solid methodological basic to properly interpret statistical results. In this course we will cover basics of biostatistics and the participants will learn how to analyze problems in clinical research using SPSS. Subjects covered are among others: methodology of statistical analysis; causal inference; descriptive statistics; the principle of statistical estimation and testing; cross tabulation and chi-square test; Student t-test and the correspondence with non-parametric counterparts; simple regression and correlation; introduction to analysis of variance; interpretation of observational data; bias and confounding; basics of sample size calculation.
Duration
1 week (followed by an examination)
Costs
€950,-- (for participants outside LUMC)
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LUMC/Leiden University
Content
This workshop on scientific integrity will give you the opportunity to discuss this “not so pretty side” of science with other researchers. You will cover such questions as: What is scientific misconduct? How should conflicting interests be handled? Does your supervisor ask you to bend the rules in name of science? To what extent can money corrupt scientists? The obvious cases of fraud and misconduct are often very clear. During this course we will pay attention to the 'gray area' and we will discuss cases that are not so obvious. This meeting will not give a clear-cut answer to all of these questions, nor will it provide a step-by-step solution to problems that you might have encountered. It will, however, teach you to what extent science already has - or perhaps needs to develop - a system to prevent scientific misconduct and what your role as an individual scientist can be in this.
Duration
0,5 day
Costs
Fee t.b.a.
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TU Delft
Content
For many, working within academia longer-term isn’t attainable due to limited funding so they turn to private industry for securing employment. For others, private industry is their preferred option but they are daunted by the task of beginning a job search. This interactive workshop will help delegates explore their construct of working in private industry and to provide them with tools and techniques for managing their job search.
Duration
1 day
Costs
€160,--
Institution
TU Delft
Content
This workshop will explore the realities of an academic career, help you determine your state of readiness and to create a personal development plan for succeeding in academia.
Duration
1 day
Costs
€160,--
Institution
TU Delft
Content
After this workshop, you’ll be able to recognize the cultural variables that influence your communication with your colleagues at TU Delft. We will do this by familiarizing you with various international studies on how cultural variables influence work assumptions and relationships. We will also help you to improve your vocabulary for discussing cultural differences in a neutral and inoffensive way. This will ultimately help you to maximize your ability to communicate in an international setting and minimize the risk of misunderstandings.
Duration
2 days
Costs
€320,--
Institution
TU Delft
Content
The aim of this course is to make you aware of and enhance your personal qualities (i.e. your ‘strengths and weaknesses’,) in communication. By increasing your skills in purposeful self-reflection and communication you will learn to cope better with feedback, criticism, conflict and (in)dependency. These coping skills are an important part of the ability to take the lead in your own research (team).
Duration
2 days
Costs
€320,--
Institution
Leiden University
Content
This intensive 2-day course with afterwards an individual coaching session offers insight into career possibilities and helps you make choices for your future. You will gain insight into:
• Competences, motives and career possibilities in relation to your present or future job
• Pitfalls and challenges
• Possibilities for improving your employability
Duration
2 days and an individual meeting
Costs
€650,--
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LUMC
Content
Clinical investigators have to satisfy the stringent requirements set by the legislator for the implementation of medical scientific research. Hence, clinical investigators should not only be experts in the area of medical scientific research, but should also know everything about the legislation and regulation and about the arrangements that should be made with the supporting departments in order to be able to carry out the research. All these aspects are addressed in the eBROK®, which is a joint initiative of the eight university medical centers (UMC) in the Netherlands (NFU). Another important aspect of the course is that well-trained investigators will produce a better quality.
Duration
Self-assessment, a study package, a centre-specific session and a national examination.
Costs
€500,-- (for UMC staff)
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Erasmus MC
Content
learning Dutch / improving English
Duration
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Costs
Fee t.b.a.
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Erasmus MC
Content
Postdoc Network meetings are organized four times per year. As part of these meetings, workshops will be given focussing on career development and academic and transferable skills, such as negotiation, leadership skills, networking, collaborating, and grant writing. Each Postdoc Network meeting will end with an informal reception for networking
Duration
0,5 day
Costs
No costs for participants
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Erasmus MC
Content
Symposium with professionals who obtained a PhD and give insight in their own career paths and choices, and give insight into their jobs and daily businesses. It also includes a workshop and networking.
Duration
0,5 day
Costs
No costs for participants
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Leiden University
Content
How can I best present myself on the job market in a CV, a letter and in the interview, both for a vacancy that is a logical progression in my career, and for a career switch. How can I best present myself on the job market in a CV, a letter and in the interview, both for a vacancy that is a logical progression in my career, and for a career switch.
Duration
2 days
Costs
€375,--
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Leiden University
Content
This workshop deals with ‘how’ to network based on scientific literature and on interviews with respected scientists of different age and background. The course starts with theory on how to use a network, possibilities and strategies to approach people and how to maintain good relationships. Subsequently we will also list the individual questions and targets of participants and we will practise difficult or challenging situations.
Duration
0,5 day
Costs
€90,--
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Leiden University
Content
The course will pay attention to: Attuning content and form of your presentation; designing a presentation for a specific audience; slide design and illustrations that support your message convincingly; do’s and don’ts of power point and speaking skills: authentic and convincingly speaking, verbal and non-verbal aspects, answering questions and reducing fear of speaking in public
Duration
1,5 days
Costs
€345,--
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Erasmus MC
Content
This two-days training course focuses on different aspects of research management such as: time management, project management, negotiating, and yearly reviews
Duration
2 days
Costs
Fee required
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TU Delft
Content
The aim of the course is to learn to manage yourself in the research process, to keep your process ongoing. Learn to find a balance between self imposed and expected high standards and reality of daily life activities, and learn responsiveness to changes, new circumstances, inevitable delays, and challenges.
Duration
2 days
Costs
€ 320,--
Institution
LUMC
Content
‘Animated Science: explaining research in a short video.’ Would you like to know how to make an explanation video about your own research? Bruno van Wayenburg, animator and science writer, and Astrid Smit, trainer at De Perskamer and science writer, will provide you with the tools and tricks to make these videos.
Duration
3 (half) days
Costs
Free
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Erasmus MC
Content
Supervising PhD candidates is a process, which is guided by personal drive and beliefs. Erasmus MC offers a training specifically for young researchers which explores the process of interaction and communication during the supervision. Is the interaction working? What is going on beneath the surface in terms of convictions, feelings and drives? How can expectations be matched? This approach gives supervisors insight into the path towards optimal results.
Duration
2 days
Costs
Fee required
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Erasmus MC
Content
This two-days training course focuses on different aspects of research management such as: time management, project management, negotiating, and yearly reviews
Duration
2 days
Costs
Fee required
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Leiden University
Content
This course aims at offering you insight into your role as an author within the English-speaking world, namely the role of guide who leads his or her readers through a text in a professional manner. You will learn how to organise information efficiently, and how to create flow in your ideas and arguments. You will also learn how to look critically at your own work: is your text open to multiple interpretations? Are the main ideas given the emphasis they deserve?
Duration
2 days
Costs
€320,--
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LUMC
Content
LUMC's Young Faculty Network (YFN) aims to connect postdoctoral fellows, senior researchers, and assistant and associate professors within the Leiden University Medical Center. It provides a platform to exchange knowledge, ideas, and experiences amongst members. YFN organises about a symposium twice a year.
Duration
1/2 day
Costs
Free
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