Exploring the German Academic Labour Market as an International Candidate

Offered by the Human Resources Development

Lecture on career paths within the German academic system, with special consideration of the challenges for international early career researchers.

By allowing you to understand better relevant structures and conditions of the German academic labour market as well as some of the opportunities and risks involved in navigating an international academic career, this workshop helps you prepare an informed decision about your next career steps.

This short lecture event is part of the Postdoc Appreciation Week and all interested postdocs throughout Germany are kindly invited (first come first serve).

Online Talk

Tuesday, September 16, 2025
11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Speaker

Dr. Matthias Zach

Language

English

Location

Online via Zoom

Target group

Postdocs

Track(s)

Research Track

Certificate

There is no certificate of attendance for this offer

Content

Aspects covered include:

Which job profiles and career paths on the German academic market do I need to be aware of?
How to know more about, and how to reach out to, relevant people and institutions
How can I assess my chances?

The workshop is geared towards international PhD candidates and postdocs currently undertaking or planning for a period of research in Germany.

Frequently asked questions

Is there a charge for the event?

No. Human Resources Development of the University of Bonn will cover the costs.

An event is fully booked, is there a waiting list?

Yes, if an event is fully booked, we will put you on the waiting list. You will then move up if a place becomes available again in time before the start of the event.

Are external persons also allowed to participate in the event?

Everyone who participates at the Postdoc Appreciation Week Germany 2025 can participate in this event.

What does certificate or certificate of attendance mean?

There is no certificate of attendance for this event.