Expertise and focus:

Ancient Near Eastern studies, Egyptology, archaeology, ancient history and languages, ancient diplomacy and law

Form of mentoring meetings:

Online or offline

Has an experience in:

Academic career

Link to CV

Previous mentoring experience: 

PhD supervisor at Charles University, Brown University (USA), University of Oxford (UK), currently a member of dissertation committee at the Johns Hopkins University (USA) and PhD dissertation consultant at the University Trier (Germany).

Motivation: 

As an experienced academic with a wealth of international experience, I am deeply committed to becoming a mentor because I recognize the transformative power of guidance and support in shaping the next generation of scholars and professionals.

Throughout my career, I have benefited from the wisdom and insights of my own mentors, and I now feel a profound responsibility to pay it forward. My diverse experiences have provided me with a broad perspective on navigating complex academic and professional landscapes, and I am eager to share this knowledge with others.

Mentorship allows me to contribute meaningfully to the personal and professional growth of emerging talents, helping them overcome challenges, seize opportunities, and achieve their full potential.

Career guidance topics you can discuss with the mentor: 

• Creating a career plan, strategy

• Identifying and utilizing one's skill set

• Asking essential life questions

• Navigating the job market, employment opportunities

Research related experience the mentor is ready to share with the mentee: 

• Preparation of scientific publications - how to do it correctly, efficiently, and with quality

• Grant writing process, grant application consultation

• Management of science and research in an academic institution

• Consultation on preparation for a job interview

• Networking - introducing people in the field

• Participating in events together with a mentee (conferences, symposia, fairs, etc.) Utilizing the potential of international internships, conferences, etc

• Path to an academic position abroad