Peer Coaching

In the peer coaching sessions organised by the Academic Career Development Office, doctoral candidates and postdocs at different stages of their careers come together to exchange views in a structured format on the topics that are currently of particular concern to them and support each other in developing solutions.

Start­ing your PhD

In the initial phase of their doctorate, many doctoral candidates feel like they are left alone with a wide range of interdisciplinary questions. The peer coaching brings together doctoral candidates in the first year of their doctorate. In each session, one or two participants present a current challenge or question to be discussed in the group. We share experiences, give advice, and try to develop possible solutions together. The topics discussed in the individual sessions can be introduced by the participants themselves and the meetings can be organised according to their needs. Topics might include, f.ex. identifying with your new role, dealing with colleagues and supervisors, or time management, amongst others.

Dates: see current dates here

Language: English

Number of participants: max. 6 people

Registration: earlycareer@upb.de

Get­ting Your PhD Done!

Nachdem der Start in die Promotion geglückt ist, l?uft alles ganz leicht – oder? Auch, wenn man eigentlich schon mittendrin steckt, tun sich in dieser Phase oft noch ganz neue Fragen und Herausforderungen auf: Zeit- und Selbstmanagement wollen gelernt sein, die Promotion muss mit Aufgaben in der Lehre und/oder mit Care-Verantwortung vereinbart werden oder die Perspektiven nach der Promotion sind unklar. Viele Promovierende haben in dieser Phase das Gefühl, ganz alleine mit ihren Fragen zu sein.
Hier setzt das Peer-Coaching-Angebot der Stabsstelle Wissenschaftliche Karriereentwicklung an: In Kleingruppen werden fortgeschrittene Promovierende zusammengebracht, die sich einmal monatlich zu Themen austauschen, die ihnen aktuell unter den N?geln brennen und sich gegenseitig unterstützen. Die Themen k?nnen dabei durch die Teilnehmenden selbst eingebracht und die Treffen nach ihren Bedürfnissen gestaltet werden.

Termine: nach Vereinbarung

Teilnehmerzahl: max. 6 Personen

Anmeldung: per e-Mail

In­ter­na­tion­al Postdoc Peer Coach­ing

The postdoc peer coaching programme brings together international postdocs to share experiences, challenges, and learnings. Whether you’re navigating the academic system in Germany or planning your next career move, this supportive, collaborative space allows you to connect with fellow researchers, exchange practical advice, and learn from each other's journeys. Join us and enhance your academic journey with the power of peer support!

Dates: by arrangement

Language: English

Number of participants: max. 6 people

Registration: earlycareer@upb.de

Ques­tions?