When I got an
invitation for the event via the facebook group Career Development Seminar Series (check
it out and join!), I jumped at the opportunity to get new ideas on how to
proceed in my career, having just recently finished my PhD.
To say the least, my expectations were more
than met. The evening started with four editors presenting their career paths, which
was very inspiring. This was followed by a more general presentation that gave insights
on how an editorial job looks like, what the different positions at Springer Nature
are, and how to secure a job at Springer Nature. In the subsequent Q&A
session participants asked questions from all angles ranging from how to stand
out as an applicant, how the application process looks like, and how high the
salaries are.
Afterwards we were invited to chat with the
speakers and some more editors over drinks and snacks. Unfortunately I couldn’t
eat the snacks as I was so busy talking to people, but it contributed to a very
welcoming atmosphere. All in all I found the event very helpful and encouraging!
If you are as excited as me about
disseminating science, enjoy writing and communication, and are keen to read
cutting-edge research before it is published, then pursuing a career in the
editorial or publishing field could be right for you.
Claudia Willmes
PhD Alumna AG Eickholt /
AG Schmitz
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