Program for Postdocs
This is a list of the English-speaking events in the Program for Postdocs of MARA in 2026.
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EMF – Informational Event for the Certificate Program "Designing and Managing Research Projects" (EMF) – Online event During this informational event you will learn about the objectives and the process of the certificate program "Designing and Managing Research Projects" (EMF) and its modules project development and project application, project management, presentation of research projects and transfer.
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EMF – Registration for the Certificate Program EMF Information regarding the registration for the EMF certificate program
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EMF – Research Funding Opportunities for Postdocs – Online Event In this workshop, we will explore the most significant funding institutions in Germany and examine how obtaining third-party funding can impact one's academic career.
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EMF – Decision Making for (future) Team Leaders – Online event Train to make decisions for yourself and for your team as a leading person.
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EMF – Academic Fixed-Term Contract Act – Overview on the "Wissenschaftszeitvertragsgesetz" – Online event This workshop will provide you with an overview of the legal basis for fixed-term contracts for academic staff in universities and research institutions.
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EMF – Introduction to the Certificate Program "Designing and Managing Research Projects" – Online Event In this introductory workshop for the certificate program "Designing and Managing Research Projects" (EMF), you will reflect on the importance of third-party-funded projects for your academic career and develop some basic principles for the designing of, application for and implementation of third-party-funded projects.
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EMF – Design of and Application for Third-Party-Funded Projects – In-Person Event This two-day event will help you develop your own project idea, identify appropriate funding opportunities, and begin preparing a competitive research proposal.
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EMF – Presentation Skills for Female Researchers – In-person event Public speaking and stage presence with theatre-based training: This workshop empowers women in research to present with confidence, presence, and authenticity to make a lasting impact.
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Strategic Career Planning for Postdocs – Online event and individual coaching In this workshop, you will gain clarity, develop strategies, and get ready to build a successful academic future.
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EMF – Application for EU Funding – In-person event If you are a postdoc, you may be eligible to apply for a Marie Curie Individual Fellowship (MSCA IF) or an European Research Council (ERC) Starting Grant.
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EMF – Management of Third-Party-Funded Research Projects – In-person event In this hands-on workshop, you will learn how to professionally manage third-party-funded research projects from start to finish.
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EMF – Feedback on the Application Exposé – Online Individual Coaching In a one-hour individual coaching session, you will receive qualified feedback on your proposal exposé of a maximum of 5 pages.
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EMF – Visualizing Science Projects – Online Event Learn how to visualize your research project concisely and appealingly.
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EMF – Mastering your Interdisciplinary Career – Online Event This workshop empowers researchers in interdisciplinary fields to actively shape their career, sharpen their research profile, and confidently position themselves within the academic system.
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Parenting and Academia – Online event In this webinar for researchers who are parents, you will learn about mental load and how to decontaminate your time to be more effective in your work and to be more present at home.
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EMF – Leadership and Staff Supervision – In-person event In this event you will find your individual way of leading people.
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Science Communication – Science Pitch and Presentation Techniques – In-person event In this workshop, you will learn how to present your research project clearly, concisely, and attractively to your target group.
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EMF – Moderating Meetings & Committees – In-person event This interactive workshop equips you with key moderation skills for leading effective, structured, and inclusive discussions in academic contexts.
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EMF – Presentation of Third-Party-Funded Projects and Research Results – In-person event Presenting your own research ideas and research proposals to reviewers is a typical task for scientists. In this workshop, you will learn how to prepare and deliver your presentation and how to handle the Q&A session.
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Strategic Networking as Access to the (Hidden) Job Market – Online event This workshop will help you to successfully enter your professional life after the doctorate.
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EMF – Intellectual Property Rights in Science and Research – In-person event This workshop provides an understanding of intellectual property law in a research context and shows you how to control your own academic work.
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EMF – The Basics of Science Communication – In-person event In this workshop, you will get an introduction to the basics of science communication.