Supporting the Next Generation of Scholars: Workshops on Building an Academic Career

Two workshops held at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and the European University Institute (EUI) in Florence in October and November focused on supporting doctoral candidates and early-career researchers as they navigate the next stages of their academic careers.

The sessions addressed key aspects of the transition from doctoral studies to an academic career, offering practical guidance on developing competitive research proposals, securing EU, US and national funding, publishing academic work, and navigating different academic systems and international career opportunities.

The first workshop took place on 26 October at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, following an invitation from Prof. Aristeidis Hatzis. The second was held online on 2 November, as part of the Max Weber Programme's workshop series on grant and fellowship proposals at the European University Institute in Florence.

Both sessions were led by Dr Christos Aliprantis, Associate Professor of Political Science and International Relations and Executive Director of the Michael and Kitty Dukakis Center for Public and Humanitarian Service at Anatolia American University. Drawing on his own academic experience, including his time as a Max Weber Fellow at the EUI in 2020–21, he shared insights and practical advice to help young scholars make informed decisions and prepare for the challenges of an international academic career.