Social Media for Scientists
General context
By now, Facebook, Twitter or LinkedIn are no longer new. Also, for scientists, social media platforms have become an integral networking tool to connect globally, exchange research ideas and advance careers. But, what's a proper way for scientists to use these platforms?
In this online workshop on navigating social media for researchers, you will better understand the current state of digital science communication. You will learn how scientists can integrate social media into their activities — in a helpful and productive way. The workshop advocates a reflected media usage that keeps a close eye on how and when it is recommended for you to 'go online'.
In this workshop on you will …
- Find professional assistance in clarifying your objectives for engaging with social media. Why should I consider social media? What are my goals?
- Find help in figuring out which of the many media platforms is the right one for you (LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Researchgate, personal homepage).
- Find assistance on how social media may help you explore your career options (e.g. after a PhD or postdoc).
- Take first steps towards brushing up your personal professional online profiles and receive feedback on your profile.
- Get tips on how to create effective and engaging posts.
- Get advice on how you can publicise your work.
VIB scientists interested in learning more about how to use social media.
- This course is only open for VIB participants and is free
- Note that upon no-show without valid justification you will be blacklisted for the VIB training program for 1 year and a fee of €100 will be charged. Click here for more information
Trainers
Karin Bodewits
Dr. Karin Bodewits comes from the Netherlands where she studied Biology. After spending some time at Puleva Biotech in Spain and Unilever in China, she completed a PhD in Biochemistry at the University of Edinburgh. In 2012, she founded the successful company NaturalScience.Careers, a seminar and talk provider for natural- and life scientists. In this function, she became book author, short story writer, speaker and seminar leader and published a wide range of career and soft skills related articles in magazines like Chemistry World and Naturejobs.
She writes the Career Fables for Science Careers.
Practical info
The zoom links to follow the webinars will be send to the participants a few days preceding the start of the training.