Researchers after their doctorate Career Support

After researchers have earned their doctorate, Heidelberg University supports them in their personal professional development.

Since 2021, heiTRACKS has been the platform for programs to further the careers of researchers with doctorates. It focuses on advice, gaining further qualifications, and networking. That allows them to take well-founded decisions as stepping-stones towards their individual careers and also to acquire transdisciplinary skills.

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Current Information

Mentoring program: Register now for the online info sessions

Interested postdoctoral researchers have until June 15 to apply for the heiTRACKS mentoring program, which starts in the fall. Information on the program and the application process as well as answers to all questions will be provided in the online info sessions (in English) on May 14 or June 3 at 12:00 noon. Register now and find out more!

heiTRACKS Navigator event on June 24, 5-7:30 pm - Orientation, networking and pizza

Get a brief overview of relevant career support offers for postdoctoral researchers. Ask your individual questions at the marketplace. And chat with peers over a slice of pizza.

CareerPlus topics 2025: AI for postdocs, self-doubt and international mobility

The program for CareerPlus 2025, the online series of career development impulses for postdocs, is out now. Registrations for the three topics “Using AI in research”, “Dealing with self-doubt (impostor phenomenon)” and “International mobility as a postdoc” are now open.

Heidelberg Future Leaders in Sciences and Humanities Forum

Are you an excellent early career researcher within 4 years after completing you PhD? Outstanding young researchers from all over the world are invited to apply for the Heidelberg Future Leaders in Sciences and Humanities Forum, which will take place 7 – 8 October 2025 in Heidelberg, Germany.

heiTRACKS Certificate Programme for Junior Professors

Workshop & Get Together: “Shaping your leadership” – a practice workshop designed around today’s need for flexible leadership in times of complexity.

Warm invitation to the junior professors of Heidelberg University on May 14, 2025 from 13:00pm to 17:00pm.

Leading in academia

This blended learning offer gives you the chance to increase your sense of being equipped for building and maintaining high performing teams. It includes specific learning materials, individual coaching and a workshop for peer exchange and transfer.

Further supporting offers for postdoctoral researchers

In addition to the heiTRACKS offerings, you can benefit from numerous services that provide you with targeted support in developing your skills, career paths and tasks.