As your scientific career evolves, you may find yourself stepping into the pivotal role of an advisor or supervisor. Whether you’re a mid-career scientist or an early-career researcher preparing for this responsibility, guiding the next generation of scientists can be both rewarding and challenging. You might be searching for guidance or a role model yourself, but finding it hard to locate one. Don’t worry—we’ve got you covered!
This short course is designed to help you become not just an effective supervisor, but also a mindful and healthy one. We will explore strategies for creating supportive, balanced, and inclusive supervisory relationships that enhance the well-being of both you and your researchers or students. Topics will include encouraging professional growth, maintaining work-life balance, and integrating mindfulness practices to navigate the demands of supervision.
You’ll hear from experienced supervisors on practical tools for supervising with empathy. To provide a well-rounded perspective, early-career scientists will also share their insights on the type of supervision they value and need, offering a unique opportunity to understand the expectations and challenges from the researcher’s point of view.