Postdoc School
Postdoc School
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Our program supports postdocs in building their individual career path through targeted support in four areas: Career Development, Science Communication, Research Management, and Self-Management.
Find the professional support you need
The Postdoc School offers a wide range of formats, especially for postdocs in the orientation phase, which support you in developing your own self-reflective profiles, deepening your skills, acquiring new future skills, planning strategically, or defining concrete next steps.
Our workshops and coaching help you focus your skills, goals, and questions through tailored support for individual and self-determined career planning. From quick insights to long-term strategies, we support you in skill development, decision-making, and exploring career paths both within and beyond academia.
Our Support Formats:
- Workshops: Topic- and skill-focused training to enhance core competencies
- Career Coaching: Individual or group sessions for personalized career development
- “KarriereBlick”: Insights into diverse career fields and opportunities
- “KarriereKick”: Expert feedback and insider tips to refine your career strategy
Career Development
It’s your career!
Designed for postdoctoral researchers at early career stages, our Career Development program supports you in making confident, self-determined and sustainable career decisions – from self-reflection and strategic profile building to concrete job searches, both within and outside academia.
- Which career options are right for me – professorship, non-university research, or other areas?
- How do I develop a compelling profile and communicate my skills for the respective job market?
- How do I strategically plan my next career step – from the application to the appointment process?
Whether you seek orientation, strategy development, or application preparation, our interconnected services guide you step-by-step.
Upcoming Workshops – Winter Semester 2026/27
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Mon, Oct 26, 2026 Tue, Oct 27, 2026 |
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Mi., 20. Jan. 2027 Do., 21. Jan. 2027 Do., 18. Feb. 2027 Do., 18. März 2027 |
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Mi., 03. Feb. 2027 |
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Mon, Feb 08, 2027 |
Career Development
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Research Management
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Research Management
Manage and organize projects with confidence
Research management encompasses both strategic and operational aspects of research work, including resource management, team leadership, and quality assurance. Professional research management offers decisive advantages: it increases the likelihood of success in third-party funding applications, improves scientific productivity and provides optimal preparation for leadership roles.
- How do I manage and plan complex (sub)projects efficiently and successfully?
- How do I document and archive research data effectively?
- How can I successfully submit research proposals and cooperate with internal and external partners?
Our program equips you with the skills to strategically plan, execute, and document research while building transferable leadership abilities.
Upcoming Workshops – Winter Semester 2026/27
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Thu, Oct 29, 2026 Fri, Oct 30, 2026 |
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Fr., 06. Nov. 2026 |
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| Mo., 16. Nov. 2026 |
Science Communication
Expand Your Research Visibility
Science communication is a vital skill to building visibility, networks, and career opportunities. Our program helps you engage diverse audiences – from funding bodies to the public – and present your research clearly and impactfully.
- How can I increase my visibility as a researcher and communicate my research more effectively?
- How can I use social media to promote my research?
- What strategies will help me achieve success in international academic contexts?
With strategic vision, solid and practical expertise, our trainers support you in presenting your research in a visible, clear, and effective manner – aligned with your individual goals.
Upcoming Workshops – Winter Semester 2026/27
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Tue, Nov 10, 2026 Wed, Nov 11, 2026 |
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Tue, Nov 17, 2026 |
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Science Communication
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Self-Management
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Self-Management
Empower Balance and Motivation for Sustainable Career Growth
Self-management goes beyond time planning: it’s about wisely managing your resources, staying motivated, and navigating a demanding research routine in a sustainable way. Our workshops foster constructive thinking, intrinsic motivation, and healthy habits – such stress management and sustainable career growth – so you can successfully balance your diverse responsibilities
- How can I effectively balance teaching, research, and career goals?
- How can I stay motivated and creative despite high demands?
- What strategies can help me remain healthy and productive in the long run?
Our training courses provide targeted methods to address various aspects of self-management to support you in fulfilling your diverse responsibilities and navigating the challenges of your everyday work.
Upcoming Workshops – Winter Semester 2026/27
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Mon, Nov 23, 2026 |
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Wed, Nov 25, 2026 |
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Wed, Dec 09, 2026 |
Cooperation
The Postdoc Academy expands its program through strategic collaborations within the Berlin University Alliance.
In cooperation with the Graduate Studies Support Program (GSSP), two practice-oriented workshops are offered, providing doctoral researchers and postdocs with insights into non-academic career paths and supporting informed career decision-making.
In cooperation with the Berlin Leadership Academy (BLA), a dedicated leadership workshop is offered to strengthen leadership competencies and foster strategic career development within academia.
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Fri, Sep 25, 2026 |
Contact
Dr. Christina Deloglu-Kahlert
Program manager
T: +49 30 314 21377
E: postdoc-school@berlin-university-alliance.de