Our Expertise

 

At KEPOS, we combine professional experience from industry, research and science management with the know-how of human resource development tools to support young scientists in their career development. It is this rich expertise that makes us unique and allows for customized coaching and training solutions.

What we offer

Seminars & Workshops



Our workshops are aimed at young scientists who are looking for support in their career planning or who want to improve their key competencies, as well as science managers who are preparing for a role in career counseling or organizational development.
Thematically, our workshops cover career orientation, job application, leadership, career planning and counseling, communication in different contexts, management methods, work-life balance and diversity.

 


Consulting & Coaching



We offer advice and support to scientists in questions of professional reorientation or when making a career change during the decision-making process. We help them determine their current position, identify their strengths and develop a personal profile that matches their skills with the requirements of the job market. And we support them in the application process.
Individual consulting can include targeted job search, review of application documents for a specific position and preparation for interview and / or assessment center, as well as onboarding issues at the new workplace.

 


Talks



We give presentations in German or English at your events. Thematically, these can relate to career planning for young scientists, leadership styles and personality traits, as well as gender and diversity issues.

 


Organi­zational Develop­ment



When research groups are merged, departments are dissolved, or new management structures are put in place, this can result in a clash of different work cultures and objectives.
We help you to implement change processes in your organization. Together with you, we analyze the current situation, develop change goals - if and when necessary, with the team - and support you in the implementation of agreed measures.
We accompany you on scientific retreats, moderate your events and carry out team development initiatives for working or management groups.

 


Our Team

 
 
 
 

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Barbara Hoffbauer
Founder
Following her legal studies and having fully qualified as an attorney Barbara has worked for over 20 years in the Human Resources management of different companies
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Irmtraud Williams
Project management
After graduating from university with a degree in translation studies, Irmtraud worked as a translator/copywriter and executive language trainer.
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Dr. Gaby Schilling
Trainer
Gaby holds a PhD in chemistry and a BSc. in psychology. She spent more than 17 years in various management positions at a DAX 30 company in Germany and the US
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Dr. Kristina Böhlke
Trainer
Kristina is an organizational consultant, trainer and coach. With a PhD in biology, she worked for many years as a science manager and executive in the public sector
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Hildegund Schaab
Trainer
Hildegund studied German and English language and literature. She has been working in the field of electronic publishing of specialized texts for many years
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Dr. Zeina Matar
Trainer
Born in Beirut, Zeina has an academic background in Oriental Studies and has extensive experience as a project manager and lecturer in academiaerfügt über lange Erfahrung als Projektmanagerin und Dozentin in der Wissenschaft.

How can we support you?

Telefon+49 151 5085 5272
E-Mailinfo@kepos.com

 
 
 
 

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31.03.
2023
Karrieremessen Life Sciences 2023 - Career Events Life Sciences 2023
08.03.
2022
Haben wir Grund zu feiern am Internationalen Frauentag?
21.04.
2021
Karrieremessen Life Sciences 2021
29.01.
2021
Job posting in the field of cancer prevention research
31.03.2023Karrieremessen Life Sciences 2023 - Career Events Life Sciences 2023

18 April, 2023 EMBL Career Webinar: How to choose the right postdoc lab. This webinar is aimed at PhDs (or postdocs) who plan to do a postdoc. Three group leaders will share their thoughts on what early career researchers should take into account when choosing a postdoc role. After a short introduction from each panellist, the majority of the webinar time will be dedicated to discussion, guided by questions from the audience. Speakers / Panelists: - Ana Boskovic, Group Leader, European Molecular Biology Laboratory, IT - Allison McClure, Assistant Professor, University of Colorado School of Medicine, USA - Duncan Odom, Group Leader, University of Heidelberg and DKFZ/German Cancer Research Center, DE  EMBL Careers Webinar - How to choose a postdoc position   09 May, 2023 IKOM Life Science 2023 - Karriereforum für die Bio- und Lebensmittelbranche, Wissenschaftszentrum Weihenstephan, Science Campus The IKOM Life Science offers students of the Technical University of Munich the opportunity to introduce themselves to companies from the large field of life-, agricultural- and bio-sciences.  IKOM Life Science 2023 - Career fair for life, agricultural and bio-sciences   10 May, 2023 CONTACT2023, Life Science Job fair, DKFZ Heidelberg, organized by Biocontact e.V. Aiming at students, PhD Students, Postdocs, graduates, young professionals and laboratory technicians in the field of life sciences Offers the opportunity to get connected to well-known companies in the life sciences industry, consulting, scientific publishers or innovative start-ups – all free of charge.  CONTACT2023 Life Science Job Fair   10 May, 2023 T5 JobMesse Berlin für Ingenieure, Techniker, Informatiker, Naturwissenschaftler, Wirtschaftswissenschaftler Du bist Berufseinsteiger oder planst den nächsten Karriereschritt? Oder befindest Dich noch in Ausbildung bzw. im Studium? Du interessierst Dich für Jobchancen im Umfeld von Engineering, IT, Life Science und in weiteren zukunftsstarken Bereichen? Dann ist die T5 JobMesse genau der richtige Treffpunkt, um mit ausgewählten Arbeitgebern ins Gespräch zu kommen und nützliche Kontakte zu knüpfen.  T5 JobMesse - Berlin 2023   16 May, 2023 Life science career day, Lausanne (CH) The Life Science Career Day is a large-scale networking and career guidance event for students and young researchers in the field of life sciences to facilitate their access to their first job outside the university.  Life Science Career Day SwissTech Convention Center, Lausanne   23 - 24 May, 2023 Career fair Life Science 2023, Hohenheim, Schwerpunkt Agrarwiss./Agrartechnik •Tuesday, 23 May: Companies working in the agricultural sciences sector •Wednesday, 24 May: Companies working in the natural sciences sector Students from all degree programs are welcome to attend, including those from the fields of business, economics, and social sciences. External guests are also welcome to attend. Place and time: Hohenheim Palace (central building), 1 - 5 p.m.  Career Fair Life Science: University of Hohenheim   24 May, 2023 BCF Career Event, Jaarboers Utrecht (NL) BCF Career Event is the largest career event for the Life Sciences. It is the meeting place for everyone who is or wants to be active in Bio/Life Sciences, Chemistry, Food or Pharma. BCF Career Event offers you the opportunity to get into direct contact with a broad range of employers in the sector, but also with other organisations that can help you further in your career.  BCF Career Event, Netherlands   15 June, 2023 Jobvector Karrieremesse – Jobvector Career Day Karriere-Event für Ingenieure, Informatiker, Medihiner & Naturwissenschaftler  Karrieremesse jobvector   06 July, 2023 ScieCon Berlin Du wirst Dein Studium im Bereich der Life Sciences demnächst abschließen und bist nun auf Jobsuche? Oder bist Du schon mitten im Bewerbungsprozess und suchst nach neuen Perspektiven? Dann besuche die Karrieremesse ScieCon der btS e.V.!  ScieCon Berlin Career Event Life Sciences     10 October, 2023 T5 JobMesse Hamburg für Ingenieure, Techniker, Informatiker, Naturwissenschaftler, Wirtschaftswissenschaftler Du bist Berufseinsteiger oder planst den nächsten Karriereschritt? Oder befindest Dich noch in Ausbildung bzw. im Studium? Du interessierst Dich für Jobchancen im Umfeld von Engineering, IT, Life Science und in weiteren zukunftsstarken Bereichen? Dann ist die T5 JobMesse genau der richtige Treffpunkt, um mit ausgewählten Arbeitgebern ins Gespräch zu kommen und nützliche Kontakte zu knüpfen.  T5 JobMesse Hamburg 2023   26 - 29 October, 2023 IKOM, TUM Garching Unsere Hauptveranstaltung ist eine der größten studentischen Karrieremessen Deutschlands. Du bist auf der Suche nach einer Bachelor-, Masterarbeit oder Promotion, willst Dich zu Praktika und Werkstudententätigkeiten informieren oder direkt ins Berufsleben einsteigen? Über 320 potenzielle Traumunternehmen warten in diesem Jahr an vier Messetagen auf Dich!  IKOM Career event TU Munich   26 October, 2023 ScieCon Bochum Career networking fair In its capacity as the biggest student initiative in the field of Life Sciences the Life Science Studenteninitiative (btS) e.V. is aimed at improving the connection between students, universities and industry. For this purpose, the career fair ScieCon in Bochum offers an ideal platform. It is explicitly directed to the field of Life Sciences bringing exciting and innovative Biotech and Life Science companies in direct contact with the appropriate employees of tomorrow - an advantage for both sides. In detail international and regional companies acting in the areas of life sciences, pharmaceuticals and consulting offer our visitors a wide range of possible career opportunities. In addition, there is a varied programme, with free application photos, portfolio checks and a competition. Furthermore, the popular live job interview must not be missing.  ScieCon Bochum   16 November, 2023 Karrieretag Life Sciences Hessen/Rheinland-Pfalz, Langen Auf dem Karrieretag sind Studierende und bereits Berufstätige herzlich willkommen.  Karrieretag Life Sciences 2023   23 November, 2023 BCF Career Event Ghent ICC (NL) BCF Career Event is the largest career event for the Life Sciences. It is the meeting place for everyone who is or wants to be active in Bio/Life Sciences, Chemistry, Food or Pharma. BCF Career Event offers you the opportunity to get into direct contact with a broad range of employers in the sector, but also with other organisations that can help you further in your career.  BCF Career Event Belgium  

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08.03.2022Haben wir Grund zu feiern am Internationalen Frauentag?

Haben Wissenschaftlerinnen am heutigen Internationalen Frauentag etwas zu feiern? Ein Blick auf die Statistik in Deutschland zeigt, dass der Anteil an Frauen, die eine Habilitation abgeschlossen haben, stetig ansteigt und im Jahr 2020 ganze 35 % betrug – im Vergleich zu 25 % im Jahr 2010. Betrachtet man alle hauptberuflichen Professorenstellen in Deutschland so beträgt der Frauenanteil mit knapp 13.000 Professorinnen gegenüber 36.000 Professoren ein gutes Drittel. Im Jahr 2010 waren es noch 23 % und im Jahr 2000 lediglich 8 %. (Quelle: Statista) Auch wenn hier noch kein Gleichstand erreicht ist, gibt es also schon wichtige Erfolge zu feiern! Was diese Zahlen nicht hergeben, ist einerseits die Höhe der Gehälter und andererseits die Verteilung der sogenannten Fürsorge-Arbeit, die zur unbezahlten Arbeit gehört. Die letzte vom Statistischen Bundesamt durchgeführte Zeitverwendungserhebung (aus dem Jahr 2013) hat ergeben, dass Frauen mit rund 4 Stunden am Tag deutlich mehr unbezahlte Arbeit leisten als Männer, die auf gut 2,5 Stunden kamen. Wenn Sie einen Einblick erhalten möchten, was sich hinter Zeitverwendung verbirgt und an der laufenden Umfrage teilnehmen möchten, können Sie dies hier nachlesen. https://www.destatis.de/DE/Themen/Gesellschaft-Umwelt/Einkommen-Konsum-Lebensbedingungen/Zeitverwendung/Methoden/zeitverwendung.html

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21.04.2021Karrieremessen Life Sciences 2021

Auch in diesem Jahr finden etliche Karrieremessen statt. Die meisten online. Das ermöglicht den Blick über Grenzen hinweg. Hier geht es um Lebenswissenschaften:   28.04.2021 CONTACT2021, Life Science Job fair, Online Event, organisiert von Biocontact e.V. 29.04.2021 Jobvector Career Day, Virtual Career fair for scientists, physicians, IT specialists & engineers, organized by jobvector 11.-12.05.2021 T5 TalentSpace virtuelle Jobmesse für Informatiker, Ingenieure, Techniker, Naturwissenschaftler, Technische Assistenten & Laboranten 11.05.2021 IKOM Life Science 2021 Wissenschaftszentrum Weihenstephan, Freising 12.05.2021 BCF Career Event Online, Life Sciences 18.05.2021 Life Science 2021 digital, Schwerpunkt Agrarwiss./Agrartechnik, Hohenheim 19.05.2021 Life Science 2021 digital, Schwerpunkt Naturwissenschaften, Hohenheim 24.06.2021 ScieCon Digital Sommer der btS e.V. 23.09.2021 Jobvector Career Day, Virtual Career fair for scientists, physicians, IT specialists & engineers, organized by jobvector 28.10.2021 Jobvector Career Day, Virtual Career fair for scientists, physicians, IT specialists & engineers, organized by jobvector 18.11.2021 Karrieretag Life Sciences Hessen/Rheinland-Pfalz, Langen

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29.01.2021Job posting in the field of cancer prevention research

The German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ) is currently looking for excellent researchers in the area of cancer prevention research including public health, risk and evidence communication. For more information please go to https://jobs.dkfz.de/en/jobs/73139/applications-for-helmholtz-young-investigator-groups.

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Irmtraud Williams
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