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Intergrated Research Training Group of the CRC Roseobacter

Objective
The scientific world requires highly qualified young scientists. The Research Training Group integrated into the CRC Roseobacter wants to attract the most promising young scientists from across the world with majors in biology, biotechnology, biochemistry, chemistry and bioinformatics. The group supports the education of the PhD students through providing an excellent research environment and offering introductory and advanced training courses. This comprehensive concept improves the qualifications of the doctoral students and facilitates their development into leading researchers of the future.
The aims of the Research Training Group are

  • formation of thesis committees for supervising the progress of the PhD thesis work
  • offer of a graduate training programme
  • organisation of lab visit abroad
  • funding the attendance at national/international congresses
  • support the formation of networks with experts.

 

The Research Training Group is based on the following pillars:

Specialized scientific knowledge   
The PhD students broaden and deepen their scientific knowledge in their area of specialization by:
  • attending lectures and seminars
  • taking active part in colloquia and summer schools
  • practicing in laboratories of other research institutions
  • visiting congresses.
Communicative competences  
The PhD students improve their communication and presentation techniques and get expertise in knowledge transfer by:
  • attending adequate training courses
  • guiding students during practical courses.
Interdisciplinary competences / Soft skills  
The PhD students can develop strategies and expertise for their scientific career. The main issues focus on:
  • data management (statistics)
  • project management
  • scientific writing, publishing own research results
  • writing proposals for grants and funds
  • training for job application.