Official Welcome and Opening Discussion: What keeps us going? Postdoc Careers between uncertainty, purpose and opportunity

Online

10.00 – 12.00 CEST

Between passion for research and the demands of everyday academic life, the postdoc phase can be both inspiring and challenging. High workloads, multiple responsibilities and growing complexity in academic careers – alongside broader developments such as Artificial Intelligence – raise new questions regarding motivation, resilience and career direction: Is academia structurally more stressful than other career paths? How does academic work affect the mental health and wellbeing of postdocs? How should postdocs deal with increasing uncertainty?

Following the Official Welcome by Prof. Dr. Stefan Müller-Stach, the Opening Discussion brings together scientific perspectives and real career experiences to explore what helps postdocs stay motivated, cope with uncertainty and shape their own paths – both within and beyond academia. The discussion will include experts from the fields of public health and organizational psychology, among others.

Official Welcome led by: 

Prof. Dr. Stefan Müller-Stach – Vice President for Research and Academic Careers at JGU 

Opening Discussion Speakers:
Prof. Dr. Pavel Dietz – Director of the Institute of Occupational, Social and Environmental Medicine at the University Medical Center of JGU
Prof. Dr. Kathrin Gabler – Professor at the Department of Ancient Studies/Egyptology at JGU
Prof. Dr. Lilli Riettiens – Professor of Education, specializing in the Theories of Education at JGU
Prof. Dr. Thomas Rigotti – Professor at the Institute of Psychology, Department Work, Organizational and Business Psychology at JGU

Language: English

Registration via: https://eveeno.com/rmu-pcw-2026

MAMI Guided Tour - Exploring JGU’s electron accelerator

On Campus

Social Event

13.15 – 16.00 CEST

The RMU Social Events offer an opportunity to get to know the Rhine-Main region and to get connected with peers from the RMU alliance.

In this event, we invite you to explore the electron accelerator MAMI (Mainzer Mikrotron), with us. It is the most important tool for research at the Institute of Nuclear Physics at Mainz University.

MAMI, developed and operated since the 1980s, is structurally unique worldwide and provides researchers with high-precision electrons at moderate beam energies, which they can use to investigate the structure of atomic nuclei, their components and their interactions.

The guided tour begins with an introduction to the basics of the accelerator and the experiments in the Institute’s lecture hall. This is followed by a tour of the accelerator halls, the beamline and the experimental halls. Before the tour, we’d like to take some time to get to know each other through games and other activities.

Please note the safety instructions on the website before registration.

Host: Institute of Nuclear Physics, Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz

Language: English

Please note that the number of participants is limited, so early registration is recommended.

Separate registration required via https://eveeno.com/229397667

Registration deadline: 3 June 2026

Peer Counseling – a method for Peer-to-Peer Coaching

Online

Information

09.00 – 10.00 CEST

Collegial advice, or peer counseling, is a collaborative method where individuals work together in a confidential space to support each other’s development and well-being. 

In a research community and across disciplines, it offers the opportunity to create a supportive environment that enhances personal and professional growth. 

In this session we will introduce the overall concept and aims of peer counseling. 

One person in the group presents a “case”, such as a challenging situation at work, and the peer group will discuss this case and how they would go about it, thereby presenting insights, perspectives and possible solutions to the case. The case giver will decide if and which idea(s) he/she will implement.

Content: 

• How to support each other in a challenging situation, the “case”
• Definition of collegial advice/peer groups supervision
• Aims and guiding principles
• Roles and procedures (phases)

Learning objectives:

• Learn to support your peers/colleagues 
• Learn to benefit from a group of colleagues and their different mindsets and ideas
• Develop your own consulting skills

Speakers:
Dr. Brigitte Held (GRADE, GU Frankfurt)
Dr. Angela Müller (Ingenium, TU Darmstadt)

Language: English

Registration via: https://eveeno.com/rmu-pcw-2026

RMU Benefits for ECRs – What’s in it for me?

Online

Information

10.30 – 12.00 CEST

Find out how you can benefit from the RMU! 

In 2015, the universities of Frankfurt, Darmstadt and Mainz formed a strategic alliance to jointly increase their performance. The promotion of Early Career Researchers (ECRs) is one of the main areas of cooperation. If you would like to learn more about the benefits of RMU regarding the qualification, funding, and networking for you as an Early Career Researcher, you are welcome to attend this session. You will also get an overview of the specific supporting structures and services for ECRs that each one of the universities involved offers individually. 

Content: 

• The RMU Hub for Early Career Researchers: Its purpose and its offers
  • Events and networking
  • RMU funding line
• ECR-Academies: Gutenberg Academy, GRADE, Ingenium and their offers

Speakers:
Julia Häuser-Huth – Coordinator of the Gutenberg Academy, JGU Mainz
Dr. Sibylle Küster – Managing Director of GRADE, GU Frankfurt
Emine Şahingöz – GU Frankfurt
Dr. Bettina Wagner – Managing Director of Ingenium – Young Researchers, TU Darmstadt
Katharina Welling – Managing Director of the Johanna Quandt Young Academy, GU Frankfurt

Language: English

Registration via: https://eveeno.com/rmu-pcw-2026

Berufungsverfahren: Von Erfahrung lernen – Schwerpunkt Gesellschaftswissenschaften

Online

Podiumsdiskussion

13.00 – 16.00 CEST

Die Teilnehmenden erhalten die Möglichkeit, in einem Gespräch mit einer/einem erfahrene:n Professor:in, einer/einem neuberufene:n Professor:in sowie einer Mitarbeiterin der Abteilung für Berufungsangelegenheiten der Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz Einblicke in das Berufungsverfahren zu erlangen.

• Welche Überlegungen sind auf Seite der „Entscheider:innen“ bei Berufungen bestimmend? 
• Welches Verhalten wird von Bewerber:innen erwartet, welches toleriert und welches Verhalten trägt eher zu einer negativen Einschätzung bei? 

Orientiert an dem Ablauf des Berufungsverfahrens thematisiert die dreistündige Veranstaltung vor allem folgende Schwerpunkte: 

• Bewerbung: Identifizierung geeigneter Stellen, Passung zwischen Ausschreibung und eigener Vita, Kontakt mit der entsprechenden Hochschule im Vorfeld und nach der Bewerbung, etc.
• Berufungsvortrag und Diskussion mit der Berufungskommission: Auswahl des Vortragsthemas, Vortragsgestaltung für ein heterogenes Publikum, Stolperfallen bei Berufungsvorträgen und Diskussion, Umgang mit kritischen Fragen, Do‘s und Don’ts
• Berufung: Ablauf, kluges Verhandeln und Verhalten, Erwartungen der berufenden Universität

Ihr Gewinn:

Die Teilnehmenden

• erhalten wichtige (Hintergrund-)Informationen über das gesamte Berufungsverfahren.
• können ihre speziellen Fragen mit erfahrenen Professor:innen, mit Neuberufenen sowie weiteren Personen, die in das Berufungsverfahren eingebunden sind, klären.
• können ihr Verhalten in Berufungsverfahren besser auf die entsprechenden Anforderungen einstellen.

Teilnehmende: 
Expert:innen aus dem Bereich Berufungen, u.a.:
Elke Karrenberg – Abteilungsleiterin Personalentwicklung, JGU Mainz
Laura Tittel – Geschäftsführung Fachbereich 02 Sozialwissenschaften, Medien und Sport, JGU Mainz
Neuberufene Professor:innen (tba) 

Sprache: Deutsch

Bitte beachten Sie, dass die Teilnehmendenzahl begrenzt ist, daher wird eine frühzeitige Anmeldung empfohlen.

Separate Anmeldung erforderlich: https://eveeno.com/223181310

Anmeldefrist: 8. Juni 2026

Maintaining mental health in academia and strengthening resilience

Online

Workshop

15.00 – 17.00 CEST

Academic work is exciting, but it often requires a lot of initiative and is more of a marathon than a sprint. That is why you may frequently feel overwhelmed or frustrated. This is normal, but it can affect both your work and your personal life.

In this workshop, you will learn to recognize and deal with the most common psychological challenges in the context of academic work. What does effective time management look like? How do I deal with perfectionism? How can I maintain my well-being, even when work takes up a lot of my resources?

Content: 

• Good planning to reduce stress
• Dealing with perfectionism
• Self-compassion

Learning objectives:

In this workshop, you will learn about stressors in academic work and explore strategies for addressing and overcoming common challenges.

Trainer:
Friedemann Abel – Mental Health Services (JGU)

Language: English

Please note that the number of participants is limited, so early registration is recommended.

Separate registration required via https://eveeno.com/200248168

Registration deadline: 1 June 2026

An overview of the German scientific landscape - Background and key players

Online

Information

09.30 – 11.00 CEST

The German academic system is complex and not always easy to understand, especially for academics from abroad. In need of explanation are particularly the federal structure, the typo-logy of universities and research institutions and also the various options for funding research projects. 

This seminar provides a compact overview of the German academic system and offers the opportunity to ask individual questions. It is primarily aimed at international postdocs, but is also open to all other interested persons.

Content:

• Fundamentals of state funding of the science system
• Responsibility of the federal and state governments for free research and teaching
• Players in the German science system
• Universities, universities of applied sciences and other research institutions
• Research funding

Speaker: 

Dr. Helene Schruff – Max-Planck-Gesellschaft zur Förderung der Wissenschaften e.V., Science Manager, representing the Deutsche Hochschulverband

Language: English

Please note that the number of participants is limited, so early registration is recommended.

Separate registration required via https://eveeno.com/451110410

Registration deadline: 9 June 2026

Geld für die Forschung – Antragstellen mit Erfolg: Wie finanziere ich meine Karriere in der Wissenschaft?

In Präsenz

Workshop

09.30 – 16.30 CEST

Sie haben einen wissenschaftlichen Abschluss und eine interessante Forschungsidee? Sie suchen einen Drittmittelgeber und finden sich in der Förderlandschaft nicht zurecht?

Inhalte:

• Förderprogramme von DFG, BMBF
• Förderprogramme der größten Stiftungen
• Förderprogramme der EU
• Fördermöglichkeiten für Auslandsaufenthalte (incoming / outgoing)
• Tipps zur Antragstellung, Dos and Don'ts bei der Beantragung von Fördermitteln

Ihr Gewinn:

• Werkzeuge an die Hand, um selbst eine Vorauswahl treffen zu können
• erste Hinweise und Tipps zur erfolgreichen Antragstellung

Dozierende:

Johannes Beetz, Dr. Moritz Mann, Dr. Nina Straub– Abteilung Forschungsförderung der JGU

Sprache: Deutsch

Bitte beachten Sie, dass die Teilnehmendenzahl begrenzt ist, daher wird eine frühzeitige Anmeldung empfohlen.

Separate Anmeldung erforderlich: Veranstaltungsportal der Personalentwicklung der JGU

RMU Welcome Centers: Supporting your academic journey in Germany

Online

Information

11.15 – 12.15 CEST

The RMU Welcome Centers support you as international PhD candidates or Postdocs by guiding you through your arrival, settlement and integration here in Germany. Their aim is to make your research journey during your stay smooth, successful and welcoming.

Each of the three Rhine Main Universities offers tailored services to help you as an international researcher thrive – from orientation and academic onboarding to insurance contracts and visa support. 

Explore what’s available at your university! 

Content:  

• Tailored support services for international researchers at the respective Rhine Main University 
• Points of contact at each university
• and much more useful information 

Speakers:
Florian von Bothmer (Head of Goethe Welcome Center – International Researchers, Postdocs, Professors)
Dr. Ute Roßmann-Knapp (Head of Unit at the JGU’s International Office – Department Incoming)
Jennifer Stewart (Head of TU Darmstadt’s Welcome Center – Postdocs, Visiting Scholars)
Allyson Upton (TU Darmstadt’s Welcome Center Staff – ATMs, PhDs, Professors)

Language: English

Registration via: https://eveeno.com/rmu-pcw-2026 

Kompetenzbilanzierung und -entwicklung für Promovierende und Postdocs

Online

Workshop

13.00 – 16.00 CEST

Was bringen Sie eigentlich an Kompetenzen mit – und was können Sie daraus machen? Ob Sie gerade mit Ihrer Promotion beginnen, sich auf die Postdoc-Zeit vorbereiten oder bereits über Ihren nächsten Karriereschritt nachdenken: Eines ist sicher – Sie haben mehr zu bieten, als Sie vielleicht gerade im Blick haben. In jeder Phase der wissenschaftlichen Qualifikation kann es hilfreich sein, das eigene Kompetenzprofil zu kennen und zu entwickeln. 

In unserem interaktiven Kompetenzen-Workshop schauen wir gemeinsam auf Ihre Fach- und Schlüsselkompetenzen. Anhand des europäischen Kompetenzbilanzierungstools ResearchComp, das speziell für Wissenschaftler:innen entwickelt wurde, können Sie erproben, wie Sie Ihr persönliches Kompetenzprofil professionell erfassen, reflektieren und gezielt weiterentwickeln können. Finden Sie heraus, wie Sie Ihre vorhandenen Kompetenzen „übersetzen“ und in neue Anwendungsfelder, etwa außerhalb der Wissenschaft, transferieren können. Denn Ihre Stärken sind nicht nur wertvoll, sie sind Ihr Schlüssel für die nächste Etappe, egal, wohin sie Sie führt.

Ihr Gewinn:

• Einsatzszenarien für Kompetenzprofile kennenlernen
• Arbeit mit einem wissenschaftsorientierten Kompetenzbilanzierungstool (ResearchComp)
• Wege zur Kompetenzentwicklung kennenlernen 

Sprache: Deutsch

Dozierende:
Dr. Jeanne Ruffing und Elena Joser (Gutenberg Academy, JGU)

Bitte beachten Sie, dass die Teilnehmendenzahl begrenzt ist, daher wird eine frühzeitige Anmeldung empfohlen.

Separate Anmeldung erforderlich: https://eveeno.com/128201504

Anmeldefrist: 03. Juni 2026

Skills mapping for researchers: Identifying and communicating your skills as part of your career strategy

Online

Workshop

13.00 – 16.00 CEST

Many researchers have a strong skill set, but struggle to clearly describe it or use it strategically in their career decisions. This workshop takes a structured look at your skills: what you bring, how it translates across contexts, and how you can communicate it with clarity.

We will work with practical tools to map your competencies, reflect on your profile, and connect it to possible career directions - in academia and beyond. The goal is not just to “know your skills”, but to use them as a basis for informed choices and a coherent career strategy.

Learning objectives:

• develop a structured overview of their skills and strengths based on their research experience
• learn how to translate and communicate their competencies across different professional contexts
• reflect on how their profile relates to possible career paths in and beyond academia
• understand how to use skills mapping as a foundation for a clear and realistic career strategy

Language: English

Trainer: 
Dr. Anne Schreiter – GSO – Guidance, Skills & Opportunities e.V.

Please note that the number of participants is limited, so early registration is recommended.

Separate registration required via https://eveeno.com/167274166

Registration deadline: 9 June 2026

Mobility programs for Postdocs

Online

Information and Testimonials

09.00 – 10.30 CEST

Are you interested in going abroad for your postdoctoral project? Find out about how specific German and European programs can fund your next career step! Discover suitable options and learn from first-hand experience of your peers.

Content: 

• EU-funded Marie S. Curie Postdoctoral Fellowships
• DFG-funded options for doing research abroad
• Opportunities offered by foundations and other funding sources

Learning objectives:

Be able to compare available funding options and determine what next steps you might want to take to advance your career 

Speakers:
Julia Doré – Head of Research Services at JGU 

Postdocs who are currently receiving mobility funding will give Testimonials.

Language: English

Registration via: https://eveeno.com/rmu-pcw-2026

Funding opportunities for Junior Group Leaders and for independent research

Online

Information and Testimonials

11.00 – 12.30 CEST

You will be given a brief overview of funding opportunities for junior group leaders. The main funding programs will be compared, and their specific features will be discussed.

We will also hear testimonials from postdocs about their experiences with the funding programs presented.

Content:

• Emmy Noether Programme (DFG)
• Module Temporary Positions for Principal Investigators (DFG
• Nexus (Carl Zeiss Foundation)

Learning objectives:

• Overview of existing funding opportunities exist
• Comparison of advantages and disadvantages

Speaker:
Dr. Moritz Mann – advisor at JGU’s Researcher Services Office for STEM and Life Sciences

Postdocs will give Testimonials.

Language: English

Registration via: https://eveeno.com/rmu-pcw-2026

Gesund bleiben in der Wissenschaft: Mentale Gesundheit erhalten und Resilienz stärken

Online

Workshop

14.00 – 17.00 CEST

Mentale Gesundheit und Resilienz sind zentrale Voraussetzungen für persönliches Wohlbefinden und nachhaltigen Erfolg – insbesondere in der anspruchsvollen und oft von Unsicherheiten geprägten Welt der Wissenschaft. 

Nachwuchswissenschaftler*innen stehen häufig vor vielfältigen Herausforderungen: hoher Leistungsdruck, befristete Verträge, Konkurrenzsituationen und die Balance zwischen beruflichen und privaten Anforderungen. Umso wichtiger ist es, Strategien zu entwickeln, die dabei helfen, mit Belastungen konstruktiv umzugehen und die eigene psychische Widerstandskraft zu stärken.

Inhalte:  

• Einführung in zentrale Konzepte der mentalen Gesundheit und Resilienz
• Analyse individueller Belastungsfaktoren im wissenschaftlichen Kontext
• Identifikation persönlicher Ressourcen 
• Methoden und Übungen zur Nervensystemregulation und emotionalen Stabilisierung

Ziele:

• Sie gewinnen einen Überblick über Ansatzpunkte zur Stärkung der mentalen Gesundheit, Resilienz und des Wohlbefindens im wissenschaftlichen Alltag.
• Sie entwickeln individuelle Strategien zur Stressbewältigung und Selbstfürsorge.
• Sie erhalten den Raum, sich in einem vertrauensvollen Rahmen mit anderen Nachwuchswissenschaftler*innen auszutauschen und zu vernetzen. 

Trainerin:
Tanja Bartholomes – Referentin in der Personalentwicklung der JGU, Trainerin, systemische Coach, Coach für neurosystemische Integration und Natur-Mentaltrainerin.

Sprache: Deutsch

Bitte beachten Sie, dass die Teilnehmendenzahl begrenzt ist, daher wird eine frühzeitige Anmeldung empfohlen.

Separate Anmeldung erforderlich: https://eveeno.com/256926306

Anmeldefrist: 25. Mai 2026

Prof@HAW: Voraussetzungen, Zugänge & Benefits für Professuren an Hochschulen für Angewandte Wissenschaften

Online

Informationen

09.00 – 11.30 CEST

Die Professur an einer Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften biete viele Vorteile: Flexibilität und Freiheit in Forschung und Lehre, Arbeit in kleinen Lerngruppen, die Möglichkeit, die Lebensläufe von Studierenden und den gesellschaftlichen Wissenstransfer mitzuprägen, sowie die Vereinbarkeit von Familie und Beruf. Doch wie wird man Professor*in an einer HAW? Was sind die Voraussetzungen und wo kann man die notwendigen Qualifikationen erwerben? 

Diese und andere Fragen klären wir in unserem Workshop: Gemeinsam mit Professor*innen der Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences zeigen wir, wie vielfältig die Wege zu einer HAW-Professur sind und warum es sich lohnt, diesen Schritt zu wagen.

Inhalte:  

• Kurzpräsentation zur HAW-Professur
• Interview mit zwei Professor*innen der Frankfurt UAS
• Offene Fragerunde

Ziele:

• Infos zu den Voraussetzungen und Benefits einer HAW-Professur
• Einblicke in persönliche Karrieren von zwei HAW-Professor*innen
• Möglichkeit, Fragen zum Karriereweg zu stellen

Referent:innen:
Ann-Kristina Gleim – Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences, PROFfm – Gemeinsam zur HAW-Professur
Franziska Hedrich – Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences, PROFfm – Gemeinsam zur HAW-Professur
Prof. Dr. Alexander Gallas – Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences
Prof. Dr. Deike Pottebaum – Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences

Sprache: Deutsch

Anmeldung über: https://eveeno.com/rmu-pcw-2026

Beyond the Postdoc: Community dialogue on career pathways with the German Postdoc Network

Online

Discussion

11:45 – 12:45 CEST

The German Postdoc Network (GPN) is a national initiative that supports post‑doctoral researchers in Germany by offering resources, advocacy and career‑development tools. This discussion round will center on the GPN’s “Career Paths for Postdocs” info hub, presenting its latest plans and key insights while inviting participants to share feedback on career routes, challenges and personal experiences. We want to foster an interactive and community‑driven dialogue.

Speakers:
Dr. Melanie Schippling – Coordinator of the German Postdoc Network (GPN)

Postdocs interested in building a local (RMU) Postdoc Network

Language: English

Registration via: https://eveeno.com/rmu-pcw-2026

(Alternative) Career paths in Natural and Life Sciences

Online

Testimonials

13:00 – 14:30 CEST

What are alternative career paths for postdocs outside academia? And how do you get there? 

Our speakers successfully transitioned from research positions to innovative fields in industry and science management. They will share their experiences with you, talk about their individual career development, provide insights into their application processes, the transition from university research to an industrial/management setting, their work contents, as well as current topics and innovations in their fields. There will be plenty of time for questions and discussions about career strategies with a doctorate. 

Guests:
Dr. Katarina Kruspig – Science Manager at IMB, JGU Mainz
Dr. Philipp Veit – Senior Business Development Manager & Public affairs with Circunomics GmbH 

Language: English

Registration via: https://eveeno.com/rmu-pcw-2026

Bridging the gap: An introduction to science communication and insights from the “Building Bridges” forum

Online

Information and Discussion

09:00 – 10:30 CEST

In this session, Dr. Aglaia Schieke and Junior-Prof. Elena Link offer a brief introduction to the principles, relevance, and challenges of science communication, with a particular focus on the interface between research and practice. Regarding this focus, they present and discuss the key insights from the “Building Bridges: Science Communication between Research and Practice” forum (May 26–27, 2026), organized by the Rhein-Main Universities and the WissKomm Academy. 

Speakers:
Prof. Elena Link - Junior-Professor of Science Communication, JGU Mainz
Dr. Aglaia Schieke – Coordinator of WissKomm Academy, Akademie der Wissenschaften und der Literatur | Mainz

Language: English

Registration via: https://eveeno.com/rmu-pcw-2026

My visibility as a scientific expert in social media, search engines and artificial intelligence

Online

Workshop

12.00 pm – 4.00 pm CEST

The digital world offers scientists a wide range of opportunities to strengthen their visibility as experts - particularly within the scientific community and across interdisciplinary networks. Platforms such as LinkedIn and ResearchGate, as well as search engines and artificial intelligence–driven systems, play an increasingly important role in how scientific expertise is perceived, found, and connected.

When it comes to their digital presence, researchers face key questions: How can my scientific profile be easily discovered by colleagues, potential collaborators, and funding institutions? How do search engines and AI systems identify and classify scientific expertise? And how can I strategically shape my online presence to support long-term academic visibility and networking?

This short workshop addresses the following questions:

• What should I consider to be visible in search engines and AI-supported systems relevant to science and research?
• How can I make my expertise visible to relevant scientific communities and networks?
• What are the first steps to strategically optimize digital profiles (e.g., LinkedIn, ResearchGate, personal websites)?
• Which keywords best represent my research focus, and how can I develop them to strengthen my scientific digital footprint?
• How do algorithms of platforms and search engines work, and how can this knowledge be used to enhance academic reputation and visibility?

The workshop supports doctoral candidates and postdoctoral researchers in systematically developing their digital scientific expert profile. By working with relevant keywords and gaining an understanding of how search engines and AI systems evaluate scientific content, participants increase their visibility within the scientific community and improve opportunities for collaboration, networking, and recognition.

Recommendation for participants:

Please create accounts on LinkedIn and ResearchGate in advance. They may still be empty but should exist. During the workshop, you will directly apply changes to your accounts.

Result at the end of the workshop:

You will have updated, search-optimized profiles and a clear strategy for increasing your visibility as a scientific expert in search engines and AI environments.

Trainer:
Katja Wolter, M.A. – Steinbeis Research Center – Institute of Resource Development in Greifswald

Language: English

Please note that the number of participants is limited, so early registration is recommended.

Separate registration required via https://eveeno.com/163063741

Registration deadline: 8 June 2026

Using artificial intelligence responsibly

Online

Information

10.00 – 11.00 CEST

Artificial Intelligence has long become part of everyday university life. In this info session you will learn how to deal with it and use AI (tools) responsibly and confidently – from basic concepts and how it works, through ethical and legal considerations, to writing prompts.

Content:

• Fundamentals of artificial intelligence (definitions, terminology, how it works)
• Responsible use of AI (data protection, biases, copyright, etc.)
• Writing prompts

Learning Objectives:

• Acquire a basic understanding of AI and the competencies needed for its responsible use
• Develop basic prompting skills

Speakers:
Paul Baselt and Tabea Schloß – Coordination Office for Digital Teaching and Learning in higher education at JGU, Mainz.

Language: English

Registration via: https://eveeno.com/rmu-pcw-2026

Der Blick über den Tellerrand – Karrieremöglichkeiten außerhalb Academia

Online

Workshop

09.00 – 15.30 CEST

Wissenschaftler*innen, die sich mit beruflichen Möglichkeiten außerhalb des universitären Systems beschäftigen möchten, treiben oftmals Fragen um wie: Bin ich qualifiziert für Stellen außerhalb Academia? Wie finde ich in Frage kommende Positionen? Welche Fähigkeiten und Erfahrungen sind für nicht-wissenschaftliche Arbeitgeber*innen interessant?

Inhalte:

• Die Situation Promovierter – Dr. Chancenlos?
  • Daten, Zahlen, Fakten 
• Richtschnur – Was ist mir wichtig?
  • Werte, Karrieremotive
• Optionen – Was gibt es?
  • Recherchemöglichkeiten, Kontakt mit Berufsvertreter*innen
• Kompetenzen – Was biete ich?
  • Fertigkeiten analysieren und Fähigkeiten ableiten
• Bewerben – Wie verkaufe ich mich?
  • Bewerbungsprozess außerhalb Academia

Gewinn und Ziele:

Ziel des Workshops ist es, die Teilnehmenden dabei zu unterstützen, tragfähige individuelle Ideen für berufliche Alternativen zur wissenschaftlichen Karriere zu entwickeln. Zunächst wird die Situation Promovierter auf dem deutschen Arbeitsmarkt dargestellt. Anhand von Aufgaben zur Analyse und Selbstreflexion werden die Teilnehmenden dann angeleitet, ihre eigenen Interessen und Werte zu ergründen. Danach werden ein Rahmen und Strategien vermittelt, berufliche Optionen zu recherchieren und die eigenen Kompetenzen für den außeruniversitären Arbeitsmarkt zu erfassen. Abschließend werden Tipps und Hinweise für die ersten Bewerbungsschritte gegeben.

Trainerin:
Dr. Cécile Schain – Diplom-Psychologin, Coach bei schainundkuchenbrandt

Sprache: Deutsch

Diese Veranstaltung ist ein Angebot im Rahmen des Programms Weiblicher Wissenschaftsnachwuchs der JGU.

Eine vorherige Anmeldung an prowewin@uni-mainz.de ist erforderlich.  

Die Anzahl der Teilnehmenden ist auf 12 Personen begrenzt.

Postdoc Net-Working: Volleyball optional, networking guaranteed

On Campus

Social Event & Networking

14.00 – 17.00 CEST

The RMU Social Events offer an opportunity to get to know the Rhine-Main region and to get connected with peers from the RMU alliance.

Take a break from screens and schedules – we are inviting you to a fun, casual social event on the JGU campus! Whether you are new to the region, looking to meet fellow researchers or colleagues, or just want to hit the court and have a good time, this is the perfect opportunity to connect, play, and recharge.

Join us for a relaxed afternoon of beach volleyball (all skill levels welcome, no experience needed!) and casual networking over drinks and snacks (self-pay basis). Meet people from different cities and departments, share stories, and build new connections.

Language: English

Separate registration required via https://eveeno.com/368362186

Registration deadline: 15 June 2026

Research Data Management

Online

Information

09.00 – 12.30 CEST

Registration via: https://eveeno.com/rmu-pcw-2026

Introduction and RDM  Infastructures@RMU

09.00 – 10.00 CEST

This talk provides an introduction to the fundamentals of research data management (RDM). We invite you to explore the lifecycle of research data and learn about its various aspects, such as data management plans, metadata, FAIR data, data publication, and much more. In addition, we will present the RDM infrastructure at RMU.

Learning objectives:

• Fundamentals of RDM
• What is meant by metadata
• What are FAIR research data
• Options for data publication
• RDM requirements of third-party funding bodies

Speakers:
Dr. Anne Vieten – Consultant for research data management at JGU Mainz
Jürgen Windeck – Consultant for research data management at ULB Darmstadt

Introduction to DMPs and RDMO

10.15 – 11.15 CEST

Have you come across „DMP“ and „RDMO“ being mentioned, but are unsure what they entail? This workshop could be just what you need (to raise your awareness of research data management)!

Learning objectives:

This workshop provides a practical introduction to creating data management plans with RDMO. Participants will learn why such plans are important in research and funding contexts, what they should cover and how RDMO can support their preparation. During the practical session, participants will work with RDMO to gain hands-on experience in developing a data management plan for their own project or a sample case.

A DFN-Login will be helpful, if you would like to try out the RMU-RDMO yourself.

Speakers:
Dr. Beate La Sala – Consultant for research data management at GU Frankfurt
Sarah Wettermann – RDMO and long-term archiving of research data at JGU Mainz

Your lab notebook reinvented: Research documentation with eLabFTW

11.30 – 12.30 CEST

We invite you to a showcase of eLabFTW – an open-source electronic lab notebook for structured, flexible and secure digital research documentation. Its generic design makes it suitable for many research fields and supports FAIR principles with rich metadata from experiment setup to results. In a live demonstration, we will demonstrate the possibilities of experiment documentation with eLabFTW and highlight workflow integration into daily lab routine. 

Learning objectives:

• advantages of electronic lab notebooks
• eLabFTW usage
  • experiment documentation
  • data organization
  • collaboration features
  • inventory management
• eLabFTW instances hosted @ RMU and how to register your own team

Speakers:
Dr. S. Lukas Hellmann – Computational scientist and system admin for eLabFTW at JGU, Mainz
Hüysein Uzun – Technical Data Consultant at Goethe University Frankfurt 

Language: English

Registration via: https://eveeno.com/rmu-pcw-2026

Introduction to source code management with GitLab and Git

Online

Workshop

14.00 – 17.00 CEST

Unlock the power of collaborative software development with our hands-on workshop designed for beginners and curious learners! This session will equip you with the essential skills to manage your code efficiently using GitLab and Git.

You will learn to navigate the GitLab Web UI (gitlab.rlp.net), create and organize projects, and collaborate with others using issues and merge requests. We will also guide you through the fundamentals of the Git command line – adding, editing, and deleting files – and show you how to confidently resolve merge conflicts when they arise.

By the end of this workshop, you will be ready to start managing your own projects, contribute to team repositories, and understand the core workflows that power modern software development.

No prior experience required – just have your laptop ready, be curious and have no fear of the command line. 

If you work with Windows, it’ll be an advantage to have git-bash (https://git-scm.com/install/windows) already installed.

Content: 

• GitLab Web-UI at https://gitlab.rlp.net 
• Basics with the git command line

Learning objectives:

• Create and manage projects in GitLab
• Add, edit and delete files
• Work with issues and merge requests
• How to solve a merge conflict

Trainers:
Dr. Dominik Demuth – Research Data Services Team at University and State Library Darmstadt, TU DA)
Dr. Jörg Steinkamp – Zentrum für Datenverarbeitung, JGU Mainz

Language: English

Please note that the number of participants is limited, so early registration is recommended.

Separate registration required via https://eveeno.com/412038651

Registration deadline: 17 June 2026

Fair und verantwortungsvoll – Was bedeutet gute wissenschaftliche Praxis in der Betreuung?

Online

Informationen und Diskussion

09.00 – 11.00 CEST

Gute wissenschaftliche Praxis in der Betreuung ist mehr als ein Regelwerk – sie ist eine Haltung, die Studierende nicht nur fachlich, sondern auch ethisch und verantwortungsbewusst in die wissenschaftliche Gemeinschaft einführt. Was bedeutet das konkret für Sie als Betreuer*in? Welche Punkte gilt es zu beachten, um wissenschaftliches Fehlverhalten von vornherein zu verhindern, und welche Standards, Richtlinien sowie Anlaufstellen stehen Ihnen zur Verfügung? Anhand von Fallbeispielen diskutieren wir gemeinsam und geben Ihnen praxisnahe Tipps, um Fehlverhalten präventiv entgegenzuwirken.

Inhalte:

• Regelwerke und Positionen zu guter wissenschaftlicher Praxis in der Betreuung
• Vorstellung von Formen akademischen Fehlverhaltens in Betreuungssituationen
• Überlegungen zu Ursachen und Entstehungsbedingungen akademischen Fehlverhaltens
• Darstellung von Präventionsmöglichkeiten

Ihr Gewinn:

Wir bieten Ihnen Unterstützung für Ihren Alltag als wissenschaftliche Führungskraft!

Durch eine vertiefte Beschäftigung mit Prinzipien guter wissenschaftlicher Praxis, sowie mit Rechten und Pflichten der Mitwirkenden können Sie einen wichtigen Beitrag zur Prävention von Fehlverhalten leisten und ihre Promovierenden und Studierenden unterstützen.

Referentinnen:
Esther Reineke, Tina Rotzal – Kompetenzstelle Akademische Integrität (JGU)

Sprache: Deutsch

Bitte beachten Sie, dass die Teilnehmendenzahl begrenzt ist, daher wird eine frühzeitige Anmeldung empfohlen. 

Separate Anmeldung erforderlich über: https://eveeno.com/330490103

Anmeldeschluss: 17. Juni 2026

Open Science verstehen und anwenden: Impulse für Postdocs

Online

Kurzworkshop

11.15 – 12.15 CEST

Der Workshop beginnt mit einer kurzen Einführung in zentrale Konzepte und Entwicklungen von Open Science und lädt anschließend dazu ein, die eigene Forschungspraxis zu reflektieren und Open Science als Teil guter wissenschaftlicher Praxis weiterzudenken. Gemeinsam wird diskutiert, wo Chancen und Herausforderungen liegen – und wie sich offene Praktiken konkret im Arbeitsalltag und in der Betreuung von Promovierenden verankern lassen.

Inhalte: 

• Kurze Einführung in zentrale Konzepte und Ziele von Open Science
• Open Science neu gedacht: von einzelnen Praktiken zur Forschungskultur
• Verbindung von Open Science und guter wissenschaftlicher Praxis
• Die Rolle von Postdocs als Multiplikator:innen und Betreuende
• Typische Herausforderungen und Zielkonflikte im Forschungsalltag
• Austausch zu Erfahrungen, Hürden und Lösungsansätzen

Ihr Gewinn:

• Sie erhalten einen kompakten Überblick über zentrale Aspekte von Open Science
• Sie reflektieren Ihre eigene Forschungspraxis im Hinblick auf Open Science
• Sie erweitern Ihr Verständnis von Open Science als Teil wissenschaftlicher Integrität

Referentin:
Dr. Melanie Groß – Kompetenzstelle Akademische Integrität (JGU)

Sprache: Deutsch

Anmeldung über: https://eveeno.com/rmu-pcw-2026 

From PhD to Innovator

Online

Information

14.30 – 16.00 CEST

We want to empower Early Career Researchers with tools, networks, and guidance to bring your science beyond the lab and into society.

Hosted by GUTENBERG innovate (Research and Technology Transfer, JGU) this session will introduce you to the support available to postdocs: from intellectual property advice and patenting strategies, to entrepreneurship coaching, innovation events, and tailored qualification programs. Our mission is to help you turn your discoveries into tangible societal value whether through startups, industry collaborations, or public engagement.

We will have support from FUTURY, our strategic partner bridging academia and industry across the Rhine-Main region. FUTURY brings a powerful ecosystem of innovation programs, corporate partnerships, and regional development initiatives – all aimed at strengthening the innovation landscape and creating new pathways for your research to make a difference.

How to leverage institutional support, build strategic networks, and position your research for maximum impact?

Speakers:
Gessica Cafaro and Christine Göhring – GUTENBERG innovate, JGU Mainz 
Thomas Glaser – Senior Startup & Innovation Manager @ FUTURY

Language: English

Please note that the number of participants is limited, so early registration is recommended.

Separate registration required via https://eveeno.com/695181004

Registration deadline: 15 June 2026

Peer-to-Peer Counseling – Facilitated 1st session

On Campus

Workshop

10.00 – 13.00 CEST

In this facilitated session of Peer-to-Peer Coaching you will

• be guided through the process of building a coaching group based on confidentiality
• experience a full session of Peer-to-Peer Coaching and its benefits
• learn how to moderate the session
• experience the methods used in Peer-to-Peer Coaching

To participate in this coaching session, you must have attended the introductory information session “Peer Counseling – a method for Peer-to-Peer Coaching” on Tuesday, June 9.

Supervisor:  
Ed Eller is a systemic coach and mediator with more than 20 years of experience in leadership development and the facilitation of team processes. She has worked as an independent counselor with scientists as well as with executives from a variety of commercial sectors since 2003. Additionally, she is Head of ADA Lovelace Talent Development at JGU.

Language: English

Please note that the number of participants is limited to 8.

Separate registration required via https://eveeno.com/249861539

Registration deadline: 11 June 2026