The GEOMAR Postdoc Support assists postdoctoral researchers with fixed-term contracts at GEOMAR in advancing their careers. Our goal is to provide tailored guidance for your career development—whether you are pursuing an academic path or transitioning to non-academic fields.

We offer a diverse program of training and qualification opportunities, mentoring, networking events, individual consultations, and many other resources.

Discover the offerings of the Early Career Support and actively shape your next career steps. More information is available on the intranet.

Please contact us if you have any questions or would like support with your next steps—we look forward to accompanying you on your journey!

Events & Dates

Introduction to Funding Opportunities (GEOMAR Forschungsförderung)

     April 23, 2026, 9:30–12:30, infos and registration

Postdoc Social Event (Initiative des Postdoc+ Teams)

     April 29, 2026, 5 pm, location tbd

Welcome Day (in English)

     May 5, 2026, 9:00–14:00, room 5-1.213

FYORD Workshop | Market your Research

     June 3–5, 2026, Marine Science Campus (CAU), more information to follow

Workshop | Creating your Future – Making Choices and Decisions

     Sept 1–2, 2026, Hanover, more information

Workshop | Developing your Leadership – Taking the Next Step Creating Your Future

     Sept 3–4, 2026, Hanover, more information

FYORD Workshop | Introduction to Matlab

     Sept 8–10, 2026, Marine Science Campus (CAU), more information to follow

 

Recurring Events

"Lasst uns Deutsch schnacken" – Weekly German Courses

     Wednesdays – Beginner Level: 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
     Thursdays – Advanced Level: 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Writing Hours – Collaborative Writing Sessions (initiative of the Postdoc+ Team)

     Tuesdays: 9:30 am – 11:30 am
     Fridays: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Rooms will be announced via email.