Münster Centre for Emerging Researchers (CERes)

Be part of it: Attend workshops on generic skills, good scientific practice or career development. Visit lecture and event series and profit from new formats such as coworking or digital information events. You can reserve your spot in our summer term 2026 events starting March 17, 7 p.m. via the in-house Professional Training Programme of the University of Münster.

Die gemeinsame Veranstaltungsreihe der Personalentwicklung und des CERes bietet Wissenschaftler*innen in frühen Karrierephasen praxisnahes Wissen zu Bewerbungs- und Berufungsverfahren an Hochschulen. In fünf interaktiven Online-Sessions und einem abschließenden Präsenz-Workshop erhalten Teilnehmende strukturierte Informationen, realistische Einblicke und Peer-Feedback, um ihre Bewerbungs-/Berufungsprozesse selbstbewusst, informiert und strategisch gestalten zu können. Eine flexible Anmeldung ist ab dem 17.03.2026, 19 Uhr möglich.

Reflecting on and developing one’s own role as a research supervisor – that is the aim of the Supervision Practice Network, a peer mentoring programme within the framework of the international Next Generation Research SuperVision Project (RSVP). Two groups of professors have just launched the programme at their respective kick-off meetings.
The focus was on establishing a trusting and constructive working relationship: How do we want to work together? What topics should we discuss to derive real added value from the format, and how can the project best support us? The initial steps have therefore already been taken to create a space where supervisors can exchange ideas, share challenges, and learn from each other's experiences.
Find out more about RSVP and offers for supervisors here.

Are you doing or planning your doctoral project or postdoc phase and looking for suitable funding opportunities?
The info day "Research in Europe" on 5 May 2026 at the University of Münster offers a concise overview of academic career and connected funding opportunities in Germany and the EU. Gain first-hand insights into diverse career paths, suitable funding programmes and get tips for successful applications. Major funding organisations will present their programmes in talks and will be available at info booths during our Research Career Forums. Organised by the EU Liaison Office of the German Research Organisations (KoWi) and Research Funding Support (SAFIR) of the University of Münster, the event will take place on 5 May 2026, 9am–4.15pm, at the Schloss (main University building) in Münster. All talks will be held in English.  "Research in Europe" is aimed at students of higher semesters and graduates, who wish to pursue a doctoral project, doctoral and post-doctoral researchers as well as multipliers. Participation is free of charge.

If you are interested in funding/career options for doctoral candidates, please register here:Registration for Ph.D.s

If you are interested in funding/career options for postdocs, please register here: Registration for postdocs

At the Münster Centre for Emerging Researchers (CERes), we are currently seeking:

• A student assistant (SHK or SHB, up to 19 hours per week) to support our qualification program and public relations activities.
  Further information can be found in the job posting.
  We look forward to receiving your application by March 23, 2026, at 12:00 p.m.

Join the 3rd PhD Retreat!
Advance your thesis alongside fellow PhD candidates in the inspiring setting of a castle.

A discount (up to 100€) is available. For additional options and further information, please contact the AStA.

To apply, send an email to promovierendenvertretung@uni-muenster.de with the subject line: "PhD Retreat 2026".

 

Der Tag der Wissenschaftskommunikation ermöglicht einen intensiven Wissens- und Erfahrungsaustausch unter den vielfältigen und zahlreichen Akteur*innen im Bereich Wissenschaftskommunikation an der Uni Münster. Damit soll zugleich ein spannender Brückenschlag zwischen der Wissenschaftskommunikationsforschung und -praxis gelingen.

Weitere Informationen sowie den Link zur Anmeldung über indico finden Sie hier. Anmeldeschluss ist der 20.04.2026, die Anzahl der Plätze ist begrenzt.
 

What actually happens behind the doors of professorial appointments committee? Have excellent researchers ever met a Reviewer 2? Unwritten rules, unspoken expectations, unofficial standards, hidden messages – some call it the “hidden curriculum” or implicit knowledge. We bare all! Learn more about this hybrid series entitled “Spill the tea!”. 

Would you like to take a short break and network across faculties, but at the same time wish to spend some time outdoors and go for a walk? If so, our Walk & Talk series is the right choice for you!
We meet during lunch time and exchange ideas on chosen topics in a casual atmosphere while walking in the Botanical Garden. Find more information on our Walk & Talk series.