Programme at the University of Münster
With their contribution to Postdoc Appreciation Week Germany, the institutions involved at the University of Münster aim to show their appreciation for postdocs in this demanding phase of their careers and support them in their further development with useful offers.
Learn more about the Dept. Researchers & Staff at the International Office, the Münster Centre for Emerging Researchers (CERes), the Postdoc Network Münster (PNM), and SAFIR Research Funding Support.
For the full programme of Postdoc Appreciation Week Germany visit: paw-germany.de
Mon, 21.09.2026 | 2–3.30 PM (CET) | Towards Professorship? Career insights from the UK and Germany
Target group: (international) postdocs, advanced (international) doctoral researchers
If you’re interested in the conditions and requirements for a long-term academic career in the UK or Germany, this session is for you! It offers a concise comparative overview of both systems, including practical guidance for your postdoc phase. What’s more, researchers with experience in both contexts will share first-hand insights and answer your questions.
Speakers: tba
Facilitators: Megan McLoughlin & Hazel Lawrence (University of York), Rebecca Meier (University of Münster)
Venue: Zoom
Registration: Not needed.
Zoom details:
https://uni-ms.zoom-x.de/j/62852521622?pwd=v8nECSxMupze9N162tFc6bzbgxBdPi.1
Meeting ID: 628 5252 1622
Passcode: 114415
Check out more events and services for postdocs at the University of York and at CERes (University of Münster).
Tues, 22.09.2026 | 11.15 AM–1.15 PM | Becoming a Research Group Leader: Career Development & Third-Party Funding
Target group: (international) postdocs, advanced (international) doctoral researchers
This event explores how you can develop your postdoctoral career toward research group leadership and addresses the following questions: What skills and experiences are essential for this path, and how can you start building them? Which funding opportunities are available, what are their eligibility criteria, and what can you do to meet these requirements? At the end, a testimonial speaker will share first-hand insights and will answer your questions.
Facilitators: Charlotte Seckfort & Sarah Verlage (SAFIR), Rebecca Meier (CERes)
Venue: Zoom
Registration: Not needed.
Zoom details:
https://uni-ms.zoom-x.de/s/62063870577
Meeting ID: 620 6387 0577
Passcode: 002157
Check out more events by SAFIR and CERes!
Wed, 23.09.2026 | 12–1.30 PM | Neuroinclusive doctoral supervision
Target group: postdocs
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Fri, 25.09.2026 | 5 PM | Postdoc Network Breakthrough Münster – Connecting Minds Across Borders and Disciplines
Target group: (international) postdocs
Which next breakthrough will be set in motion?
Organized by the Postdoc Network Münster, Breakthrough Münster brings together international postdoctoral researchers from diverse fields to share bold ideas and cutting-edge discoveries. Join us for dynamic slam-style science pitches, presenting your work in 5 minutes to researchers from diverse fields (humanities, STEM and more!) and curious minds of Münster. Engage in interdisciplinary panel discussions exploring global and societal challenges from multiple perspectives!Discover how emerging scientific leaders are driving innovation, collaboration, and new approaches to shaping our communities and environment. Open to all curious minds interested in science, exchange, and interdisciplinary dialogue!
To present at this event in English either for a 5 minute pitch or as part of a panel discussion, please send us an email by August 3, 2026.
Facilitators: Postdoc Network Münster
Venue: Schlossplatz 6, seminar room 001
Registration: postdoc.network@uni-muenster.de
Check out more information about the Postdoc Network Münster!