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Promovendi Netwerk Nederland @hetpnn.nl · 20/04/2026

PhDs in the Netherlands: Is Imposter Phenomenon a personal hurdle or a systemic issue? 🇳🇱 Help reframe the Dutch research landscape by sharing your experience in this 10-min anonymous survey. Let’s build a more resilient academic culture together. Link: shorturl.at/HaIbw #phd #mentalhealth

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Promovendi Netwerk Nederland @hetpnn.nl · 20/05/2026

🚨 BOARD VACANCIES 🚨 Want to shape national PhD policy, defend labour rights, and expand your network? Join the PNN Board! 5 positions are open, all eligible for PhD contract extensions (time-for-time). ⏳ Deadline approaching fast! ℹ️ Info & apply: hetpnn.nl/vacatures (1/6) 👇

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Join PNN: Explore Career Opportunities | PNN

Discover your potential with PNN. We prioritize innovation and collaboration, offering a path to a rewarding career in research.

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Promovendi Netwerk Nederland @hetpnn.nl · 01/05/2026

How do we improve PhD supervision & reduce academic work pressure? 🎓 Join The Young Academy's Symposium Profkip on May 18 at the KNAW Trippenhuis! We'll discuss supervisor workload and capping PhD candidates. 📅 May 18 📍 Amsterdam Sign up: shorturl.at/xjibC #phdcandidate #pnn #phdnl

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Promovendi Netwerk Nederland @hetpnn.nl · 22/01/2026

Curious about healthcare strategy consulting? 🏥 PhDs & Postdocs: Join the Gupta Strategists Masterclass in Utrecht! 📅 March 13 (Apply by Feb 18) 💼 Solve real cases & meet the team. ⚠️ Dutch fluency (B2+) required. Apply now: shorturl.at/OH1bh #PhD #Postdoc #healthcare #PhDNL Sponsored content

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Promovendi Netwerk Nederland @hetpnn.nl · 08/01/2026

Are you a PhD candidate in NL? Share your research! 🌍 KNAW is looking for new Faces of Science. 🧪 Inspire youth through blogs & vlogs about your researcher life. 🎥 🗓️ Deadline: Jan 16, 2026 Get nominated now: 👇 shorturl.at/FwsU2 #SciComm #PhDLife #FacesOfScience #PNN #KNAW

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Faces of Science - KNAW

Faces of Science communiceren over hun wetenschappelijk onderzoek en hun leven als promovendi aan de hand van blogs, vlogs, artikelen, lezingen, optredens in de media en activiteiten op sociale media....

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Promovendi Netwerk Nederland @hetpnn.nl · 31/12/2025

🔬 Interested in reproducibility in research? The Dutch Reproducibility Network hosts its annual symposium on January 19, 2026, in Leiden! ✨ Keynotes, workshops, posters & pitches 📢 Submit your abstract by Jan 12 to d.gawehns@umcg.nl 📍 Poortgebouw, Leiden 🕤 9:30–17:30 🔗 shorturl.at/ONQW5 #pnn

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Annual Symposium 2026 – reproducibilitynetwork

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Promovendi Netwerk Nederland @hetpnn.nl · 09/12/2025

Today, the AOb is leading the 'Stop Sloop Hoger Onderwijs' protest against budget cuts. 📢 As PNN, we highlight this initiative because a sustainable sector is vital for PhDs. Protecting Dutch research and early-career scholars must remain a priority. 🎓 shorturl.at/dVXjo

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Kom op 9 december in actie tegen de sloop van het hoger onderwijs

Op 9 december komen we opnieuw in actie tegen de bezuinigingen op het hoger onderwijs. Ben jij er bij? Stop de sloop!

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Promovendi Netwerk Nederland @hetpnn.nl · 20/11/2025

Can we objectively measure an "exceptionally good" PhD thesis? Our Chair Martijn van der Meer argues that we can't. "Cum laude" ignores the unequal playing field PhDs face (teaching loads, contracts) and relies on subjective criteria. Want to know more? Read his op-ed in Trouw ⬇️ shorturl.at/pxzGh

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Opinie: Je kunt niet objectief bepalen wat een ‘uitzonderlijk goed’ proefschrift is

De ene promovendus kan zich in alle rust aan zijn onderzoek wijden, de andere heeft zware neventaken. Alleen al daarom hebben ze niet dezelfde kans op het predicaat cum laude. Schaf dat daarom af, sch...

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Promovendi Netwerk Nederland @hetpnn.nl · 29/10/2025

In a new interview, PNN Chair Martijn van der Meer discusses the recent cuts to PhD thesis printing reimbursement at Leiden University. He explains why this is just one symptom of a larger, "disastrous" problem for higher education caused by widespread budget cuts. Read more: shorturl.at/IttjW

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Leidse universiteit wentelt kosten op promovendus af

Ophef: Een promovendus van de Universiteit Leiden ontdekte per toeval dat de vergoeding van zijn drukwerk vanaf januari is wegbezuinigd.

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Promovendi Netwerk Nederland @hetpnn.nl · 29/10/2025

📢 PNN is looking for two new board members! We're seeking board members for Research Affairs & External, International, & Scholarship PhDs. Help us improve conditions for all PhD candidates in the NL! Apply by Nov 21st. More info: shorturl.at/HT6Lb #PhDvacancy #AcademicChatter #PhDLife #Vacancy

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Vacatures - Promovendi Netwerk Nederland

PNN is de landelijke belangenorganisatie vóór en door promovendi in Nederland. Wij behartigen de belangen van promovendi op nationaal niveau en zijn daarom …

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Promovendi Netwerk Nederland @hetpnn.nl · 22/10/2025

Welcome to our new chair, Martijn van der Meer! With background in research policy and open science, Martijn will continue PNN's work on strengthening the position of PhDs in the Netherlands. This includes focusing on crucial research issues like time, supervision, and career perspectives. #PhD #PNN

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Promovendi Netwerk Nederland @hetpnn.nl · 18/10/2025

Great news for employed PhDs in the Netherlands! 🇳🇱 The new CLA brings a salary increase (2% + €100), a €350 bonus, & a 20% cap on teaching duties for employed PhDs. These changes are effective from July 1, 2025. Read more about the improvements: shorturl.at/SbqZq #PhDCandidate #Academia #CAO #PNN

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CAO Nederlandse Universiteiten

Universiteiten van Nederland onderhandelt met de werknemersorganisaties FNV Overheid, AC/FBZ, CNV Overheid en AOb over de arbeidsvoorwaarden van alle medewerkers op de universiteit (m.u.v. de leden va...

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Promovendi Netwerk Nederland @hetpnn.nl · 14/10/2025

Agreement reached for UMCG MD/PhDs on compensation! The High Court confirmed their status as an employment contract, & now a compensation agreement has been reached. A big victory for PhD rights! ⚖️ PNN release: shorturl.at/hXrSG Court decision: shorturl.at/U4Gfp Agreement details: shorturl.at/0dK3K

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Promovendi Netwerk Nederland @hetpnn.nl · 10/10/2025

Congratulations to PNN's Teebah Abu-Zahra on her new op-ed in Science Guide! She argues that the proposed "Internationalization in Balance Act" threatens Dutch research by limiting the essential contributions of international PhDs. Read it here: shorturl.at/0hWVG #PhDCandidate #Internationalization

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‘Waarom internationaal talent essentieel is voor de Nederlandse academische wereld’ - ScienceGuide

Met de WIB schaadt de Nederlandse samenleving zichzelf, schrijven Teebah Abu-Zahra en Emma de Brabander.

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Promovendi Netwerk Nederland @hetpnn.nl · 26/08/2025

We have three key vacancies to fill! Apply now, as time is short! All PhD candidates in the Netherlands are welcome. hetpnn.nl/vacancies-all/ #phdcandidate #pnn #boardjobs #phdvacancies #netherlands #phdnl

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Promovendi Netwerk Nederland @hetpnn.nl · 02/07/2025

A new university CAO agreement has been reached! ✅ #PNN is pleased that it includes a cap on teaching time for #PhDs. This is a crucial step, as we've heard from many of you about increasing pressure to teach more due to budget cuts. Union members can vote soon. More here: shorturl.at/j8V78

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Nieuwe cao universiteiten: 'Salarisverhoging in centen en procenten' | AOb

Medewerkers aan de universiteiten krijgen een salarisverhoging in 'centen en procenten' waarbij vooral rekening is gehouden met de lagere salarisschalen. Het gaat om een verhoging van gemiddeld 4,2 pr...

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Promovendi Netwerk Nederland @hetpnn.nl · 25/06/2025

Shape the future for PhDs in the NL! 🇳🇱 Join the PNN Board. We have 3 vacancies: Chair, Hospitals Portfolio, & Treasurer. A unique opportunity to gain leadership experience, influence policy, & make a tangible impact. ⏳ Applications close soon! Only 1 week remaining to apply: shorturl.at/mHHz4

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Vacatures - Promovendi Netwerk Nederland

PNN is de landelijke belangenorganisatie vóór en door promovendi in Nederland. Wij behartigen de belangen van promovendi op nationaal niveau en zijn daarom …

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Promovendi Netwerk Nederland @hetpnn.nl · 24/06/2025

International PhDs are vital for Dutch research excellence. Proposals to restrict access threaten our academic quality and marginalize valuable researchers. PNN advocates for an open, inclusive, and internationally connected academia. 🌍 Read our position paper: shorturl.at/NtgCx #phdlife #phdnl

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Promovendi Netwerk Nederland @hetpnn.nl · 05/06/2025

Gupta Strategists organiseert op vrijdag 27 juni de jaarlijkse Masterclass Strategy Consulting for PhD's and postdocs. Kennismaken met strategieconsultancy in de zorg én een kijkje in de keuken bij Gupta. 🚨Uiterlijk 8 juni aanmelden via deze link: shorturl.at/9pZTR Sponsored by Gupta Strategists

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Gupta Strategists - Masterclass Strategy Consulting PhD - 27 June 25

During our annual Strategy Consulting Masterclass for PhD students and postdocs, you will work in groups with several PhD students and postdocs on a realistic case accompanied by our consultants. On F

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Promovendi Netwerk Nederland @hetpnn.nl · 03/06/2025

Passionate PhDs wanted for PNN Board! 🇳🇱 Help shape policy & advocate for PhD rights. 👑 Chair: Lead PNN nationally 🏥 Hospitals Lead: Champion UMC PhDs 💰 Finance/Treasurer: Steer PNN's growth Flexible work. Grow your skills & network! 🔗 Apply: shorturl.at/ofdx1 #PhDjobs #PNN #Jobs #boardpositions

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Promovendi Netwerk Nederland @hetpnn.nl · 21/05/2025

PhDs in NL! 📢 Submit proposals (e.g., mini-exhibit, demo, workshop) for the @citizenscience.nl Nationale Citizen Science Expo by May 28! Showcase your #CitizenScience work & network. Event in Dutch (Eng-friendly). PNN is keen on PhD project collabs! Call details: shorturl.at/mfSyJ #PNN #PhDlife

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Promovendi Netwerk Nederland @hetpnn.nl · 28/04/2025

Vital and productive #SocialSafety conversation! PNN Chair Benthe van Wanrooij met King Willem-Alexander & Commissioner Mariëtte Hamer to discuss PhD vulnerabilities & steps toward safer, inclusive workplaces. Thank you for the invitation! #PhDVoice #PNN #PhDCandidate 📸 frankvanbeek.nl

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Promovendi Netwerk Nederland @hetpnn.nl · 25/04/2025

Just a quick reminder since the registration deadline is fast approaching! DANS offers May workshops on hard-to-share data: 🗓️ May 8: Ethics/CARE (Hague) shorturl.at/Lymh6 🗓️ May 26: Field Notes (Leiden) shorturl.at/7FzJu In-person training. Register via links! #PhD #SSH #ResearchData #DANS #PNN

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The Ethics of Sharing Fieldwork Data and the CARE Principles - DANS

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Promovendi Netwerk Nederland @hetpnn.nl · 24/04/2025

Confused about your PhD rights in NL? 🤔 Join PNN & ASAP's Know Your Rights event! Get answers on contracts, policies & more. Network + unlimited drinks! 🍻 🗓️ Fri May 2nd 📍 Café de Ebeling 💰 5€ More info in image! #PhDLife #KnowYourRights #Netherlands #PNN

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Promovendi Netwerk Nederland @hetpnn.nl · 10/04/2025

NL PhD candidates (SSH)! DANS offers May workshops on hard-to-share data: 🗓️ May 8: Ethics/CARE (Hague) shorturl.at/Lymh6 🗓️ May 26: Field Notes (Leiden) shorturl.at/7FzJu In-person training. Register via links! #PhD #SSH #ResearchData #DANS #Netherlands #PNN

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The Ethics of Sharing Fieldwork Data and the CARE Principles - DANS

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Promovendi Netwerk Nederland @hetpnn.nl · 24/03/2025

📢 Last week’s symposium was a big success, bringing together PhD candidates & experts to discuss fair PhD durations in the NL. We're grateful for the hard work and input of all involved! Check out our summary here: shorturl.at/P5xyC #PhDlife #Academia #PhDVoice #PNN #PhDcandidate

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Timely PhD completion: time to rethink the system - Promovendi Netwerk Nederland

On Friday, March 21st, Promovendi Netwerk Nederland (PNN) presented the results of our latest study “Four years of contract, five+ years of work” …

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Promovendi Netwerk Nederland @hetpnn.nl · 21/03/2025

🗞️ PRESS RELEASE: New PNN report reveals PhDs in NL face systematic delays—4-year contracts typically extend beyond 5 years! It’s time to address supervision quality & unrealistic planning. 📚🎓 👉 shorturl.at/SJSSn

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PERSBERICHT - Vier jaar contract, vijf+ jaar werk - Promovendi Netwerk Nederland

Vier jaar contract, vijf+ jaar werk: Nieuw PNN-rapport over promotieduur en vertragingen 21 maart 2025 Promovendi Netwerk Nederland (PNN) presenteert haar nieuwe rapport …

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Promovendi Netwerk Nederland @hetpnn.nl · 10/03/2025

Last Friday, PNN joined an insightful panel at Radboud Uni for OZSW's PhD Day, discussing how PhDs can navigate academia amidst budget cuts. Thanks to Susanna Lindberg, Christoph Lüthy, Sabine Roeser, Lidwien Poorthuis (@lnvh.nl), Arnoud Lagendijk (@aob.nl), and moderator Arjen Kleinherenbrink!

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Promovendi Netwerk Nederland @hetpnn.nl · 27/02/2025

🚨 Attention PhD candidates🚨 Join NRIN on Tour 2025 in Maastricht on April 9th for an interactive day on research integrity! Featuring expert talks, case discussions & networking opportunities—essential for any researcher! 📅 April 9, 2025 📍 Maastricht 🔗 Sign up: shorturl.at/yJ6wV #NRIN #phdnl

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NRIN-on-Tour 2025 – Netherlands Research Integrity Network

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Promovendi Netwerk Nederland @hetpnn.nl · 27/02/2025

🚨 FINAL CALL: PNN is hiring a Treasurer/Intern Commissioner! 🔹 Application deadline: 28 February! 🔹 8-12 hrs/wk | Gain board experience 🔹 Manage finances & lead subsidy projects 🔹 Expand your network & boost your PhD journey Apply now! 👉 shorturl.at/uoWp4 #PNN #Hiring #phdcandidate #nederland

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Nieuwe Vacature voor Bestuurslid - Promovendi Netwerk Nederland

Promovendi Netwerk Nederland zoekt een penningmeester/commissaris intern Het Promovendi Netwerk Nederland (PNN) is de landelijke belangenorganisatie voor en door promovendi in Nederland. We …

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Promovendi Netwerk Nederland @hetpnn.nl · 26/02/2025

Erik van Sebille’s blog post, “The power of academic masses,” explores how unified academic voices can counter fake news and boost public engagement. PhD candidates in NL: discover how collective action can strengthen science. Read more: shorturl.at/VxIv6 📚 #phdlife #pnn #phdcandidate #netherlands

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The power of academic masses

Erik van Sebille thinks academics should fight fake news with as many colleagues as possible. This serves two purposes. The distance between society and academia is reduced by the many voices and you ...

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Promovendi Netwerk Nederland @hetpnn.nl · 21/02/2025

🔬📖 PhD candidates: Want to boost your research impact? Learn how to share your work openly & effectively with @TUDelft's edX course on Open Science! 🌍📊 Explore Open Access, FAIR data, citizen science & more. Enroll now! ➡️ shorturl.at/nTaQi #OpenScience #PhD #AcademicPublishing #FAIRdata #OpenAccess

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DelftX: Open Science: Sharing Your Research with the World | edX

Explore ways to apply Open Science principles to academic work - including your own. Learn how to share your research effectively and responsibly, building greater visibility and impact.

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Promovendi Netwerk Nederland @hetpnn.nl · 20/02/2025

SoFoKles podcast 🎙️: How do early-career researchers see their future in academia? With funding cuts, job insecurity & intense competition, is it worth the fight? PNN Chair @benthevanwanrooij.bsky.social digs into the reality of PhD life. Listen now & join the conversation! 🔗 shorturl.at/7tOmA

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Podcast ‘Hete hangijzers’ over jonge wetenschappers en een carrière in de wetenschap - SoFoKleS

In de nieuwe podcastaflevering van ‘Hete hangijzers’ bespreken Benthe van Wanrooij en Rachel Plak het carrièreperspectief van jonge wetenschappers.

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Promovendi Netwerk Nederland @hetpnn.nl · 14/02/2025

🚨 Just attended the "Safe & Sound" symposium on social safety in fieldwork! So many crucial discussions about the unique challenges researchers face, from isolation to power imbalances. Social safety must be a priority before fieldwork begins. 🔗 shorturl.at/zuj3p #FieldworkSafety #SocialSafety #PhD

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Social safety in fieldwork: reflections from the first conference on the topic - Promovendi Netwerk Nederland

On Feb. 13, 2025, PNN attended the first “Safe & Sound: Symposium on Social Safety in Fieldwork” event. What follows are our reflections …

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Promovendi Netwerk Nederland @hetpnn.nl · 13/02/2025

📣 Calling all freelance project pros! PNN & PostdocNL seek a ZZP Project Officer to lead subsidy implementation & enhance academic collaboration. 32 hrs/week, Feb–Sep 2025 Ready to make an impact? Learn more 👉 shorturl.at/s1Trr #AcademicJobs #ProjectManagement #HigherEd #Netherlands #PhD #Postdoc

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Nieuwe vacature! - Promovendi Netwerk Nederland

Opdracht: ZZP Projectmedewerker Implementatie PNN en PostdocNL Ben jij een zelfstandige professional met ervaring in projectondersteuning en affiniteit met de academische wereld? Wil …

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Promovendi Netwerk Nederland @hetpnn.nl · 12/02/2025

🚨 Urgent Reminder: We’re reaching out again, PhD candidates! PNN needs a board member for our Working Conditions for Universities portfolio. ⏳ Deadline is the 14th of February (in 2 days)! Commit & help shape academic policy. Apply now! shorturl.at/kMZOc #PhD #AcademicJobs #HigherEd #Netherlands

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Nieuwe Vacature voor Bestuurslid - Promovendi Netwerk Nederland

Promovendi Netwerk Nederland zoekt algemeen bestuurslid voor de portefeuille Arbeidsvoorwaarden Universiteiten Het Promovendi Netwerk Nederland (PNN) is de landelijke belangenorganisatie voor en door ...

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Promovendi Netwerk Nederland @hetpnn.nl · 10/02/2025

Join us on 🗓️ March 21, 2025 at 📍 Vechtclub XL, Utrecht for our symposium “Four years of contract, five+ years of work”—an in-depth look into why many PhDs take 5+ years to finish. 🎓 Dive into insights from our latest study and join the conversation! 🔗 Register now: forms.gle/me7B6gfzgrf5...

PNN symposium poster with information about the event, featuring the Sofokles and PNN logos.

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Promovendi Netwerk Nederland @hetpnn.nl · 07/02/2025

🚨 PNN is looking for a new Treasurer/Internal Affairs Commissioner! 🚨 Are you a PhD candidate in the Netherlands with a passion for finance & organization development? Join PNN and help strengthen PhD representation nationwide! 📅 Apply by: Feb 28, 2025 🔗 More info: hetpnn.nl/post/nieuwe-...

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Nieuwe Vacature voor Bestuurslid - Promovendi Netwerk Nederland

Promovendi Netwerk Nederland zoekt een penningmeester/commissaris intern Het Promovendi Netwerk Nederland (PNN) is de landelijke belangenorganisatie voor en door promovendi in Nederland. We …

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Promovendi Netwerk Nederland @hetpnn.nl · 05/02/2025

Great to be @ErasmusMC yesterday for a Know Your Rights session for PhD candidates (thanks @Promeras for the invite!). @hetpnn (PNN) explains PhD contracts & CLA rights (supervision, leave, end-of-contract) at unis all over NL. Need info? Contact us at info@hetpnn.nl, or visit our website: hetpnn.nl

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Promovendi Netwerk Nederland @hetpnn.nl · 05/02/2025

"It takes two flints..." 🔥 New study digs into PhD supervision for responsible research. Tamarinde Haven highlights the need for trust & open ethics discussions in supervisor-student relationships. 🔑 practices inside! Recommended read: doi.org/10.1080/0898... #PhD #ResponsibleResearch #PNN

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It takes two flints to start a fire: A focus group study into PhD supervision for responsible research

Supervision is one important means of promoting responsible research. However, what a responsible supervisor should do and how to foster a responsible supervisory climate is unclear.Between January...

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Benthe van Wanrooij @benthevanwanrooij.bsky.social · 29/01/2025

Zoals we bij @hetpnn.nl al hebben laten zien in onze monitor in 2023: internationale beurspromovendi in Nederland moeten rondkomen van bedragen die ontoereikend zijn. hetpnn.nl/wp-content/u...

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Promovendi Netwerk Nederland @hetpnn.nl · 21/01/2025

🚨 Nieuwe vacature bij PNN! 🚨 Wil jij je inzetten voor betere arbeidsvoorwaarden voor promovendi in Nederland? Het Promovendi Netwerk Nederland zoekt een Algemeen Bestuurslid Arbeidsvoorwaarden Universiteiten! 💼✨ 👉 Solliciteer vóór 14 februari 2025: hetpnn.nl/post/nieuwe-... #PNN #Vacature #PhD

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Nieuwe Vacature voor Bestuurslid - Promovendi Netwerk Nederland

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Promovendi Netwerk Nederland @hetpnn.nl · 15/01/2025

🌟 New opportunity! 🌟 Take a 6-month break from your dissertation and join NWO as a temporary Program/Policy Officer. Gain valuable experience in research and funding policy! Interested? Visit our vacancies page: hetpnn.nl/vacancies-all/ #PhDOpportunities #ResearchCareers #NWO

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Promovendi Netwerk Nederland @hetpnn.nl · 01/01/2025

🎉 Happy New Year from PNN! 🎉 To all PhD candidates and organizations across the Netherlands, here’s to a 2025 filled with progress, recognition, and strengthening our academic community together. Let’s make this year transformative! 💪✨ #PhDLife #HappyNewYear2025 #PNN

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Promovendi Netwerk Nederland @hetpnn.nl · 19/12/2024

🚨 Big news: The Raad van State has ruled that universities can revoke doctoral degrees in cases of serious academic misconduct. PNN welcomes the clarity but stresses this must remain an exception. Read our full response & recommendations: hetpnn.nl/post/pnns-re... #AcademicIntegrity #PhDPolicy

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PNN’s Response to the Raad van State Ruling - Promovendi Netwerk Nederland

Yesterday, the Raad van State, the highest administrative court in the Netherlands, ruled that Wageningen University was justified in retracting the doctoral degree of …

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