Target
PDI
Method of impartition
Presential
Language
English
Total duration
3
Presential duration
3
Program
Continuing education
Training modality
Course
Academic course
2024-2025
Edition
01
Training plan year
2025
Start date of the course
21/10/2025
End date of the course
21/10/2025
Registration start date
09/09/2025
Registration end date
18/09/2025
Sessions
| Session | Start date and time | End date and time | Aula | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 21/10/2025 10:00 | 21/10/2025 13:00 | INTRAS. Aula Multiusos |
Selection criteria
Participants will be selected according to the following criteria:
- For courses with specific requirements, applicants must be verified as meeting them.
- Preference will be given to applicants who have not taken similar courses in the last three years.
- Likewise, preference will be given to those who have not taken training courses in the last three years.
- In the event of a tie between applicants based on the above criteria, applications must be submitted in strict order (date and time of submission).
- For courses with specific requirements, applicants must be verified as meeting them.
- Preference will be given to applicants who have not taken similar courses in the last three years.
- Likewise, preference will be given to those who have not taken training courses in the last three years.
- In the event of a tie between applicants based on the above criteria, applications must be submitted in strict order (date and time of submission).
UV Faculty
- Segarra Marti, Javier
- PI-Invest Cont Ramon y Cajal
- Perez Guaita, David
- PI-Invest Cont Ramon y Cajal
Organizing UV structure
Training objectives
Aimed at: Postdoctoral researchers interested in pursuing a long-term academic career in Spain, and more specifically in Valencia.
Description and objectives: Securing a Ramón y Cajal postdoctoral position is the main tenure-track fellowship within the Spanish academic system.
This course facilitates students with a summary of the essential information to apply for the Ramón y Cajal grant scheme, which is the most prestigious and known tenure-track programme offered by the Agencia Estatal de Investigación in Spain. The course walks step-by-step through each of the different documents required for applying to this scheme, and will offer hands-on activities to draft a competitive CV and a convincing case for your main contributions, helping you select those that better reflect your independence and leadership.
Specific learning objectives:
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To understand the Ramón y Cajal scheme and its requirements.
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To acquire a better understanding of what’s expected for a competitive Ramón y Cajal candidate in terms of CV.
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To practice communicating effectively your main strengths/weaknesses, and to create a credible narrative that puts them into context for your long-term academic career.
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To learn the basics of grant project writing and apply them to your specific project.
Contents
Unit 1 – Ramón y Cajal fellowship: introduction, what it is and what it is for
Unit 2 – How to build a competitive CV that adapts to your strengths
Unit 3 – Selecting and organising your lead contributions to showcase your leadership and independence
Competencies to be developed
By the end of the course, students are expected to:
- Understand the Ramón y Cajal funding scheme and the implications of a “tenure track” position.
- Identify strengths and weaknesses within your own CV and be able to showcase your potential as an independent researcher.
- Select and organize their best contributions to support their case with appropriate track record.
- Write in an honest and compelling way about their scientific careers, justifying any potential gaps and highlighting their main achievements.
Criteria and procedure for evaluation of the activity
To pass the course, students need to fulfill the face-to-face percentage of assistance of 85%
