Researchers after their Doctorate IWR Early-Career Researchers' Network
This network supports scientists at the beginning of their independent research careers — from freshly graduated PhDs starting their first postdoc positions to young research group leaders.
The idea behind this network is to give members access to Insight Talks by IWR researchers who have successfully secured prestigious awards such as Humboldt Professorships, ERC Grants, or Emmy Noether Fellowships, while also connecting them with peers facing similar career challenges and opportunities. We also aim to offer coaching on how to become an effective supervisor and inspiring teacher — including a certificate that could strengthen your future academic applications.
The network will provide opportunities to explore research prizes and participate in joint activities, such as Science Slams. Through open exchange, mentoring, and training in academic career planning, CV design, leadership, and science communication, the program seeks to develop skills essential for leading a research group, engaging diverse audiences, presenting at conferences, and writing impactful papers. If this sparks your interest, we warmly invite you to join the IWR Early-Career Researchers' Network! Simply sign up with your university email address to receive regular updates and event invitations.
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Resources for Early-Career Researchers
Career Paths Following a Doctorate
The university offers its doctorate holders clearly structured career paths for continuing their research. That way it pursues the goal of attracting, and retaining, talented early-career researchers to hold their own in the competitive world of international research.
Heidelberg Research Service
The department helps researchers obtain funding for third-party projects and provides administrative support. It assists in locating the appropriate funder, completing the application process, developing financial and work plans and creating expense reports.