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The shortage of qualified staff for professorships at universities of applied sciences (HAWs) poses a serious challenge for the future of scientific careers and practice-oriented research in Germany. HAWs combine practice-oriented teaching with applied research. Without qualified teaching and research staff, this mission is at risk.
Science Careers promotes scientific careers at HTWK Leipzig. The goal is to create structured career paths for professorships. By offering practice-oriented mentoring, attractive conditions, and sustainable networking, the shortage of qualified personnel is being addressed.
Pro.Motion
The subproject Pro.Motion focuses on promoting practice-oriented doctoral studies in cooperation with different companies. It emphasizes the integration of science and practice to diversify the talent pool for academic appointments. The subproject aims to speed up the qualification process for HAW professorships and to boost collaboration between HTWK Leipzig and industry. It creates synergies that ease the transition from practice-oriented doctoral studies to professorship, enhancing the application-oriented focus of research.
Pro.Innovation
The subproject Pro.Innovation is an innovative approach to advancing academic careers. It establishes innovation professorships, where soon-to-retire professors collaborate with newly appointed ones in innovative research fields. These partnerships promote knowledge transfer and facilitate the entry into research and teaching for HAW professorships. The subproject creates a seamless and attractive transition into professorship and positions HTWK Leipzig as a pioneer in developing excellent working conditions for researchers.
Pro.Fellowship
As part of the Pro.Fellowship subproject, young talents from academia and industry are specifically supported on their path to an HAW professorship. Through individual tandem mentoring with established professors, the fellows gain valuable insights into the diverse everyday professional life. They take on teaching assignments and participate in workshops and training sessions on appointment procedures, academic leadership, didactics, and research. These measures provide intensive preparation for a career in academic teaching and research.
Employer Branding
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The subproject Employer Branding focuses on enhancing the perception of HTWK Leipzig as an attractive employer. By employing innovative strategies and utilizing modern communication channels, HTWK Leipzig is positioned as an outstanding academic institution. Particular emphasis is placed on highlighting the benefits of a career at HTWK, including opportunities for professional development, support for research and teaching, and the unique academic community.
Welcome@HTWK
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The subproject Welcome@HTWK ensures that new staff at HTWK Leipzig have an optimal start. It offers a comprehensive onboarding program from initial contact to faculty integration. The goal is to create a welcoming atmosphere and facilitate a smooth transition for new appointees. The program includes orientation aids, administrative support, and promotes networking within the university community. Welcome@HTWK contributes to the long-term retention of talent at HTWK
Female Scientists Network
The subproject Female Scientists Network establishes a strong network for female scientists. It promotes exchange, networking, and visibility of women in science. The network develops events and programs that support career development for female scientists. From mentoring to workshops to networking events, it offers diverse opportunities for further education and networking to increase the proportion of women in research and teaching at HTWK.
Funding Program FH-Personal
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As part of the “FH-Personal” program, the federal, and state governments support the development and implementation of university and location-specific concepts for new ways to attract and qualify junior professors.
Further information is available on the FH-Personal funding program website.