How it works

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The CSI interview typically involves at least three stages:

1 – Scientific Presentation by the Doctoral Student (supervisor is invited but must not interfere in the discussion at this stage)

    • The doctoral student delivers an oral presentation.
    • A discussion follows between the ISC and the doctoral student.
    • The supervisor is invited but must not intervene during this stage.

2 – Discussion Between the Doctoral Student and the ISC (This takes place without the presence of supervisors or any laboratory representatives).

3 – Discussion Between the Supervisors and the ISC (This occurs without the doctoral student being present)

A final session involving all participants (doctoral student, supervisors, ISC) may also be organised at the ISC’s discretion.

 

♦ The DS provides interview report form  that outline all the topics to be addressed. For example, the ISC must ask the doctoral student whether they are given the opportunity to teach or participate in conferences. The ISC should also remind supervisors of the importance of publishing before the defence and advise the doctoral student to attend training courses. It is essential that the doctoral student presents an updated version of their Training and Production Report Form at each meeting. The ISC should also encourage the doctoral student to consider their career plans and assist in preparing for the post-thesis period.

♦ One of the ISC’s crucial roles is to detect and resolve any conflicts between the doctoral student and their thesis supervisor as early as possible. The ISC serves as the first point of recourse, which may be supplemented by other mechanisms outlined in the DS’s internal regulations. The DS Executive Board is fully available to support the ISC in any mediation efforts required.

By following the links below, you can access a letter summarising the CSI’s role, the mandatory interviews, and guidance on how to prepare for them.

(The format for the scientific report to be sent to ISC members approximately one week before the meeting is flexible; no template is provided.)