Thursday, 6. February 2025
From 9 am to 1 pm
Neue Aula, room SR063
Many competitive postdoctoral fellowships are based on and emphasize the importance of academic mobility, viewing it as a valuable asset that enhances researchers' knowledge and competitiveness in the academic job market. In today’s universities and research centers, mobility and internationalization are essential for the career advancement of academics. While geographical mobility can indeed bolster the careers and employability of junior and insecurely employed researchers, it often comes with personal costs.
For those in precarious academic positions, the pressure to relocate is significant if they hope to secure more stable roles. However, individuals on short-term contracts may be less inclined to embrace this mobility. It has been suggested that men find it easier to navigate geographical mobility due to established networks and mentors, and they are often not required to demonstrate their international potential as rigorously as women. In contrast, women face real barriers when balancing work and family commitments, which can limit their mobility more than men's.
Interestingly, women tend to be more mobile early in their careers, when they typically have fewer family responsibilities. Factors such as gender, age, academic tenure, and personal circumstances influence the mobility strategies employed by researchers.
This workshop will explore the issue of research careers and mobility from the perspective of women in academia.
