for PostDocs and PhDs

Crafting Successful Funding Proposals - A Guide for Humanities and Social Science Researchers

Researchfunding & TransferPostDocs and PhDs

Event content

This practice-oriented workshop equips you with systematic strategies for writing successful funding applications. You will learn how to structure your writing process, adopt the reviewer’s perspective, and formulate each section of a proposal with clarity and impact.

What to expect:

Practical methods & tools
Gain hands-on support in writing convincing texts and creating meaningful visualisations. Work with proven best-practice examples, and bring along your own drafts to develop further.

AI-supported writing
Explore how AI tools can effectively support your writing process. Together, we will test different applications and discuss their strategic use in proposal development.

Interactive learning format
Benefit from a mix of focused input, individual and group exercises, and plenary discussions. You will also receive tools and materials for strategically planning third-party funding acquisition while working on your own applications.

Individual support
Beyond the workshop, you can book tailored online coaching on strategic funding acquisition and/or receive professional feedback on your proposal.


Information about the event

Max. participants
15
Requirements
Postdoctoral researcher in the humanities and social sciences
Speakers
Trainer picture
Dr. Christine D. Schmidt

Details

Format
Workshop
Language
English
Begin
16.04.2026 13:00
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Location

Research and Transfer Services, Seminar Room, 1 st floor
Von-Siebold-Str. 4, 37075 Göttingen


Contact

Dr. Maren Zempel-Gino
forschung@zvw.uni-goettingen.de

Registration

Registration Deadline
12.04.2026 14:00
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Dates

This event includes following dates:

Date Location
1. 16.04.2026 13:00 - 18:00 Research and Transfer Services, Seminar Room, 1 st floor
2. 17.04.2026 09:00 - 17:00 Research and Transfer Services, Seminar Room, 1 st floor