PAND - PhD Association Network of Denmark

Curious about PAND? Eager to learn about our initiatives? Then this is an exciting opportunity for you!

This year, we plan to evolve our annual Strategy Retreat into a dynamic, conference-like event, reflecting on PAND's achievements and, strategically plan our future directions of focus, in parallel. It’s the perfect chance for you to get involved and see what PAND is all about!
Anyone interested in welcome to join, including current and past PAND board members, PhD students and early career researchers.

To make this event as inclusive as possible, we need your input on logistical aspects. Your feedback will be instrumental in creating an accommodating plan for all interested participants.
👉 Please take a few minutes to complete our survey by 9 June 2024. Your timely response will help us finalize the details of the Strategy Retreat: https://forms.gle/9bor6T5omwfZ8LNc8

PAND would be willing to reimburse travel and accommodation expenses for out-station participants (up to DKK 1000 per person).

Whether you're considering running for the PAND board or just want to learn more about our work, this is a fantastic opportunity to get involved.

We look forward to your contributions and to seeing many of you at the Strategy Retreat. Thank you for your time and valuable input!

Call for Enthusiastic Candidates to join the Eurodoc Board!

Are you passionate about advocating for doctoral candidates and early career researchers? Eurodoc is seeking dedicated people to run for the various board and secretariat positions for the term 2024/2025. This is your chance to make a meaningful impact on the research community in Europe and have an opportunity influence the policies for research in Europe!

The open positions include:
- President
- Vice President
- Treasurer
- Secretary
- General Board Members (x3)
- Secretariat Coordinator
- External Communication Coordinator
- Newsletter Officer
- Webmaster
- Data Manager
- Language Officers (French & English)
- Working Group Coordinators (multiple groups)
- Auditors

While all positions are voluntary, they offer invaluable experience to the volunteers.

Are you interested? Do you see yourself capable as a contributor to Eurodoc? Please reach out to us at [email protected] with your background and the position you're interested in by 1 June.

For detailed information on the positions, you may check the attached images 👇

And don't forget to join us at the and be part of an inspiring community dedicated to research excellence!

Stamping out persistent sexism from academia and a more neutral workspace:

The recently released report "Sexism and Career Progression at Danish Universities" by the Danish Center for Social Science Research VIVE – Det Nationale Forsknings og Analysecenter for Velfærd, has a stark and concerning finding: experiences of sexism are widespread across Danish universities and have a significant impact on career progression.

In a recent publication by the Danish Association of Masters and PhDs (DM - fagforening), we highlighted similar concerns, referencing our joint PhD survey conducted last year. The results were stark: one in three female PhD students reported experiencing discrimination—a trend that is not only alarming but calls for immediate action.

The results from the joint survey conducted in 2023 further corroborate these findings, demonstrating that female PhD students face discrimination far more frequently than their male counterparts. This not only affects their current academic engagements but also casts long shadows over their career prospects.

At PAND, we are committed to addressing these challenges head-on. We stand for a scholarly community where all members, irrespective of their gender, can thrive without barriers. These findings call for prompt concrete, actionable changes within our institutions.

Check these quotes from the survey respondents 👇 and stay tuned to our platforms for updates on how we are working to combat sexism in academia.

🧠 PhD Students and Researchers!
Join the Educational Symposium in Psychiatry on 20 June 2024 at Aarhus University organized nu the Translational Neuropsychiatry Unit.
📅 Registration Deadline: June 5, 2024
Register here: https://events.au.dk/psychiatrysymposium2024/signup
The event consist of workshops on translational psychiatry, and a poster exhibition with a chance to win a €1,000 prize! You get to present your research and publish in Acta Neuropsychiatrica.
Aside: PhD students can earn 0.5 ECTS credits for participation.

For more information, visit: https://tnu.au.dk/symposium2024?trk=public_post_comment-text

🚀 Want to boost your productivity during your PhD? Join us for an introduction to time management workshop hosted by DM on June 8th. 🕒 Learn practical tips and strategies to help you stay organized and focused. Register here: https://dm.dk/kalender/0001815

Introduction to time management in your PhD Learn how to manage time and progress of your PhD.

🎉 Calling all temporarily uni-employed PhD students! Don't miss out on this workshop hosted by DM on May 3rd. Connect with other PhD students and get the support you need. Register here: https://dm.dk/kalender/0001757?_gl=1*1ona3wt*_up*MQ..&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIrpq88YjA9QIVkY9oCR2FjQsLEAAYASAAEgJOJvD_BwE

Workshop: Temporarily uni-employed? You are not alone Are you temporarily employed at a university or university college? Well, you are not alone. Far from it, in fact.

Attention PhD students! 📢 Join us for the PhD Association Network of Denmark (PAND) General Assembly (GA) on April 21st, from 15:00-18:00 at Studenterhuset in København. Whether you attend in person or online, all enrolled PhDs from Danish universities are welcome. Don't miss your chance to participate and have your voice heard! Click the link below to join the Zoom meeting and register to vote. We can't wait to see you there!

Join Zoom Meeting
https://lnkd.in/eYNenTRR

How to manage your PhD supervisor - sign up for DM workshop
Spend 1 ½ hour learning how to manage the relationship between PhD students and supervisors, as this is important for the efficiency and creativity, as well as your future career.
Learn to:
- 👉 Align expectations early and regularly to contribute to building a good work relationship
- 👉 Communicate with your supervisors in a professional way
- 👉 Be proactive in supervision and get the feedback you need

The facilitator is Gitte Wichmann-Hansen, PhD, Senior researcher at The Danish School of Education (DPU), Aarhus University.

How to manage your PhD supervisor Learn how to make supervision work for you and how to get the feedback you need to progress efficiently

Events update! PAND is happy to support the annual AUPA Conference, 2023 - a half-day event that will look at the topic of research presentation. Attend to hear a keynote on storytelling as a tool to communicate about your research topic (with Daniel Borch Ibsen and Daniel Witte), followed by a workshop on pitching for PhD students. P.S. Lunch, drinks, and a light tapas will be provided.

Where? --> Søauditorierne, Eduard Biermann Auditorium (building 1252, room: 204), Bartholins Allé 3, 8000 Aarhus C. - Aarhus University
When? --> Feb 10, 2023, from 11:00-17:00
More infos & signup: https://lnkd.in/ei9HZTaF

Events – PAND The yearly AUPA Conference will take place on the 10th of February 2023. The half-day event will look at the topic of research

Happy holidays!!! Yes, there are a few things more you must finish etc., but don't forget to have fun, spend time with your loved ones and energize :) Christmas is almost here!

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