June 2026 – Research Integrity

On 18 May, the first in-person stakeholder meeting of the dialogue forum “Promotion im Dialog” took place at the Seminarzentrum of Freie Universität Berlin. The event was very well attended and featured lively participation, open discussions, and very positive feedback from participants. More than 30 doctoral researchers, postdocs, supervisors, colleagues from doctoral offices, doctoral programs and central divisions as well as members of the doctoral council and the permanent commission of Dahlem Research School came together to share experiences and ideas for updating the “Good Supervision” guidelines.

The discussions focused on three key topics that are highly relevant for many doctoral researchers: co-authorship and assessment, usage rights for research data, and conflict resolution pathways. The ideas and recommendations collected during the workshop will now be further developed by a working group and incorporated into a draft for the Permanent Commission of the DRS.

More details as well as information on the next steps of the working group and opportunities to get involved, will be shared soon. 

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GEW-Handreichung: Machtmissbrauch in Hochschule und Forschung erkennen, benennen und entgegenwirken
Die neue Handreichung der Gewerkschaft Erziehung und Wissenschaft (GEW) wurde entwickelt, um Kolleg*innen darin zu unterstützen, Machtmissbrauch zu erkennen, zu benennen und ihm im Einzelfall wie auch strukturell entgegenzuwirken. Die Handreichung wird in einem online-Termin offiziell vorgestellt.
Zielgruppe: Wissenschaftler*innen in Hochschule und Forschung
Termin: 03.06.2026, 17:00 – 18:30 Uhr 
Anmeldeschluss 02.06.2026
URL: https://www.gew.de/veranstaltungen/detailseite/ich-dachte-das-gehoert-einfach-dazu

Further offers Open Science Summer 2026
Workshops and events from May to June 2026 | Language: German or English, Formats: online or in person
URL: https://www.fu-berlin.de/en/sites/drs/research-integrity/gwp-news/BUA-open-science-2026.html

Offers Research Data Management Spring/Summer 2026
RDM offers from April to June 2026 | Language: German or English, Formats: online or in person
URL: https://www.fu-berlin.de/en/sites/drs/research-integrity/gwp-news/CARDS-Forschungsdatenmanagement-Spring-2026.html

Research Software Day + Week 2026
The event aims at promoting Research Software awareness, networking and training, with the Berlin University Alliance acting as a platform for bringing people and research organizations together.
Date(s): 03.06.2026 (01.-05.06.2026)
URL: https://www.berlin-university-alliance.de/commitments/research-quality/events/2026/2026-06-03-RS-Day.html

Introduction to Systematic Review & Meta-Analysis of Animal Studies
Through a mix of lectures and hands-on practical activities and tutorials, you will learn the major steps required to undertake a systematic review and meta-analysis of preclinical animal studies.
Target group: BUA researchers
Dates: 8 – 10 June 2026, 1 – 5pm
URL: https://www.bihealth.org/en/translation/innovation-enabler/quest-center/events/course/introduction-to-systematic-review-meta-analysis-of-animal-studies

Panel discussion: Reading Images in the Age of AI
Description: Join the discussion on how visual manipulation is challenging authenticity, accountability and social contracts in the age of AI.
Date(s): 11 June 2026
URL: https://www.eventbrite.de/e/reading-images-in-the-age-of-ai-tickets-1986059792302

E-LEARNING MODULE ‘GOOD RESEARCH PRACTICE FOR DOCTORAL RESEARCHERS’
https://www.berlin-university-alliance.de/grp

June 2026 – Calls & Announcements

BUA Postdoc Academy Job Shadowing Program
Jetzt bewerben für die aktuelle Runde 2026 B (Juli–Oktober 2026)! 
Zielgruppe: BUA Postdoc-Wissenschaftler*innen
Bewerbungsschluss: 31. Mai 2026
URL: https://events.tu-berlin.de/de/events/019df2d3-8254-78e5-9d58-1fbe56f128c8?scopeFilter%5Bpublicly_visible%5D=true&scopeFilter%5Bhidden_in_lists%5D=false&scopeFilter%5Bended%5D=false

Joining Midstream: Between Legacies and New Beginnings
Description: How are emotion and affect conceptualized and approached from different perspectives? Which methodologies make them visible, describable, and analytically accessible in the first place? These questions arise—in different ways—both in the political science field of International Relations and in the anthropological study of sensory perceptions. The round table takes these shared conceptual and methodological challenges as its point of departure.
Date(s): 3 June 2026, 18:00
URL: https://www.sfb-affective-societies.de/veranstaltungen/Legacy-Sessions/Joining-Midstream_-Between-Legacies-and-New-Beginnings.html

Jubiläumsveranstaltung 10 Jahre Toolbox Gender und Diversity in der Lehre
Gemeinsam wird der Frage nachgegangen, wie die Toolbox zur stärkeren Verankerung von diversitätssensibler Lehre an der Freien Universität beigetragen hat und welche neuen Herausforderungen sich für die Entwicklung und Erhaltung diskriminierungskritischer Lehr- und Lernräume stellen und es werden neue Toolbox-Rubriken gelaucht. Im Anschluss gibt es bei Snacks und Getränken die Möglichkeit zur Vernetzung und zum Feiern.
Zielgruppe: FUB-Kolleg*innen und Interessierte
Termin: 10.06.2026 | 18:00 – 20:00
Anmeldung: bis zum 3.6.2026
URL: MvBZ-Jubiläum 2026 *45 Jahre Zentraleinrichtung/10 Jahre MvBZ* • Margherita-von-Brentano-Zentrum

Series of Lectures “Gender Lunch Talks“
Description: The Gender Lunch Talks are a series of networking events held by the MvBZ aiming to make gender research within Freie Universität Berlin more visible. At each event, projects and recent publications are presented and discussed.
Date(s): 4 June 2026; 16 July 2026
URL: https://www.mvbz.fu-berlin.de/en/forschung/veranstaltungsreihen/gender-lunch-talks/gender-lunch-talks_sose2026/index.html

Online-Workshop Internationale Karrierewege – Alumni der Freien Universität berichten
In einem moderierten Gespräch geben Absolventinnen und Absolventen der Freien Universität Einblick in ihre Berufsfelder und individuellen Berufslaufbahnen im internationalen Umfeld. Themenfelder: Berufsfelder und individuellen Berufslaufbahnen im internationalen Umfeld; Praktika und erste Stellen; Einstiege, Umwege, Strategien, Zufälle, Hürden und Erfolge.
Zielgruppe: Studierende und Promovierende
Termin: 09. Juni 2026
URL: https://www.fu-berlin.de/sites/career/veranstaltungen/Veranstaltungen-zum-Berufseinstieg/veranstaltungen_career-service/2026_Internationale-Karrierewege.html

Introduction to Systematic Review & Meta-Analysis of Animal Studies
Through a mix of lectures and hands-on practical activities and tutorials, you will learn the major steps required to undertake a systematic review and meta-analysis of preclinical animal studies.
Target group: BUA researchers
Dates: 8 – 10 June 2026, 1 – 5pm
URL: https://www.bihealth.org/en/translation/innovation-enabler/quest-center/events/course/introduction-to-systematic-review-meta-analysis-of-animal-studies

Berlin University Alliance Postdoc Career Fair
Are you considering career opportunities beyond academia? Join the Postdoc Career Fair 2026 and explore diverse career paths, connect with professionals across sectors, and gain practical insights for your next career step.
Target group: PhD graduates looking to transition into careers outside of academia
Date: 11 June 2026
Registration deadline: 4 June 2026
URL: https://www.berlin-university-alliance.de/en/commitments/promoting-talent/postdoc-academy/career-fair/index.html

Panel discussion: Reading Images in the Age of AI
Description: Join the discussion on how visual manipulation is challenging authenticity, accountability and social contracts in the age of AI.
Date(s): 11 June 2026
URL: https://www.eventbrite.de/e/reading-images-in-the-age-of-ai-tickets-1986059792302

Una Europa PhD Impact Award 2026
Description: The Una Europa PhD Impact Award aims to recognise and celebrate the impact, and potential impact, of research and researchers. We invite doctoral researchers to reflect on their research practice and consider how it impacts on society and contributes to the world. Being able to articulate the impact their work is an essential skill for all researchers. 
Target group: Doctoral Researchers
Application deadline: 14 June 2026
URL: https://www.fu-berlin.de/en/international/network/partnership-networks/unaeuropa/get-involved/phd-impact-award/index.html

Mercator Kolleg für internationale Aufgaben – 1 Jahr Perspektivwechsel global & intersektoral – Ausschreibung Kollegjahr 2027
Das Kolleg bietet ein Forum.in dem Menschen aus den unterschiedlichsten Disziplinen und Branchen zusammenkommen, um gemeinsam Lösungsansätze für globale Herausforderungen zu entwickeln. Kollegdauer: 12 Monate von Januar bis Dezember, drei feste Seminarphasen mit Rahmenprogramm an verschiedenen Orten in Europa, dazwischen flexible Einteilung der Kollegzeit mit selbstgestalteten weltweiten Praxisaufenthalten (6-10 Monate)
Zielgruppe: engagierte Persönlichkeiten aller Branchen, Themenfelder und Sektoren mit Masterabschluss oder Promotion
Bewerbungsfrist: 15. Juni 2026
URL: https://www.mercator-kolleg.de/

New DAAD programme “Future Network Weimar Triangle: Science for Europe”
Description: The “Future Network Weimar Triangle” aims to expand the political initiative “Weimar Triangle”, launched in 1991 by the foreign ministers of Germany, France and Poland, to include a platform for sustainable science (to promote trilateral cooperation between Germany, France and Poland). The programme promotes trilateral cooperation and research between Germany, France and Poland.
Target group: Doctoral and postdoctoral researchers from all disciplines
Application deadline: 15 June 2026
URL: https://www.daad.de/en/the-daad/future-network-weimar-triangle/

GO OUT – TAG 2026
Description: Dahlem Research School presents: International mobility for doctoral researchers
Target group: Doctoral Researchers
Date: 17. Juni 2026, 14:15-15:00 hrs / 2:15-3:00 pm Berlin time
Format:  in person @ Seminarzentrum FU Berlin, L115
URL: https://www.fu-berlin.de/studium/international/studium_ausland/go_out_tag/Go-Out-Tag-2026/index.html#:~:text=Der%20Go%2DOut%2DTag%202026,Studium%20und%20Praktikum%20im%20Ausland

Open Door Talk: AI-Basics (online)
Description: AI-Basics offers doctoral researchers a concise introduction to large language models and their scientific implications. Explore how LLMs work, what they truly “know,” and how to use them responsibly in research maintaining high standards of scientific integrity.
Target group: Doctoral Researchers
Date(s): 17. Juni 2026, 13:00-15:00 hrs / 1:00-3:00 pm Berlin time
URL: https://www.drs.fu-berlin.de/en/node/132123

Networking Event. „Wege in die Promotion. Welche Stiftung passt zu mir?“ (in German)
Ziel dieser Veranstaltung ist es, einen Überblick über die Förderprogramme deutscher Stiftungen für Promovierende zu geben und einen Dialog zwischen Promotionsinteressierten und Stiftungen zu eröffnen.
Date(s): 23. June 2026, 12:00-14:00 hrs (online)
URL: https://www.geisteswissenschaften.fu-berlin.de/friedrichschlegel/aktivitaeten/worldcafe/2026/index.html

Open Door Talk: Prompting and Literature Search (online)
Description: Prompting and Literature Search introduces PhD students to practical strategies for using large language models and AI-based search tools. Get hands-on experience through guided examples that help you craft prompts and integrate AI-enhanced search into your research workflow.
Target group: Doctoral Researchers
Date(s): 16. Juli 2026, 10:00-12:00 hrs / 10:00-12:00 am Berlin time
URL: https://www.drs.fu-berlin.de/en/node/132129

„Introduction to electronic lab notebooks and their use (in German)
Date(s): 30 July 2026
URL: https://www.berlin-university-alliance.de/commitments/sharing-resources/shared-resources-center/CARDS-FDM/cards_events/2026-30-07-eln-de.html
(Further Research Data Management offers Summer 2026: https://www.fu-berlin.de/en/sites/drs/research-integrity/gwp-news/CARDS-Forschungsdatenmanagement-Spring-2026.html)

* new* Fraunhofer IOS Applied Photonics Award 2026
The young researcher award  for young talent honors theses that deal with innovative optical technologies for society and industry. It is endowed with up to €3,000 in prize money.
Target group: students and doctoral candidates in the field of applied photonicsApplication deadline: 30 June 2026
URL: https://www.iof.fraunhofer.de/en/pressrelease/2026/applied-photonics-award-2026.html

Max-Planck-Institut für demografische Forschung, Rostock: Post-doctoral researchers
EduTrack: Tracking Education Pathways and Social Policies is a 6-year interdisciplinary project between the MPIDR, the Max Planck Institute for the History of Science, the Max Planck Institute for Political and Social Science, and coordinated by Population Europe.
Target group: postdoctoral researchers, any topic at the intersection of demography and education
Application deadline: 15 August 2026
URL: https://www.mpg.de/26450716/post-doctoral-researchers-edutrack

Meta-Science Summer School 2026: Designing and Conducting Studies To Improve Research (in person)
Participants will learn more about meta-research by designing and starting to collect data for a meta-research study in a small team. Participants may choose to keep working after the summer school to complete and publish their project.
Target group: students and researchers
Dates: 23 – 28 August 2026
URL:https://www.bihealth.org/en/notices/meta-science-summer-school-designing-and-conducting-studies-to-improve-research-1

Sustainability in Higher Education – Between Transformation and Vibe Shifts
International conference on current discourse surrounding sustainability with the aim to critically self-reflect on the role of higher education institutions.
Target group: Students, researchers, and administrative staff from national and international universities.
Date(s): 21.09.2026-23.09.2026
Application deadline: deadline call for proposals: 31.05.2026 / deadline for conference registration: 31.08.2026
URL: https://www.fu-berlin.de/en/sites/higher-ed-sustainability-conf/

DEUTSCHES TECHNISCHES DOKTORANDENPROGRAMM AM CERN (WOLFGANG-GENTNER-STIPENDIEN)
Gefördert werden Doktorarbeiten in technischen Bereichen am CERN. Ziel des Programms ist die Ausbildung von Doktorandinnen und Doktoranden deutscher Hochschulen in einem internationalen, erstklassigen Hochtechnologie-Umfeld mit engen Kontakten zur Industrie. Die Betreuung erfolgt gemeinsam durch das CERN vor Ort und durch die Hochschullehrerin bzw. den Hochschullehrer der Heimathochschule, die oder der die Dissertation betreut.
Target group: Das Programm wendet sich an (zukünftige) Doktorandinnen und Doktoranden aus den technisch-naturwissenschaftlichen Bereichen, die an einer deutschen Hochschule promovieren (wollen).
Deadline(s): Es gibt drei Bewerbungsrunden pro Jahr (November, März und Juli).
URL: https://www2.daad.de/ausland/studieren/stipendium/de/70-stipendien-finden-und-bewerben/?detail=10000605

Calls for Proposals from the Franco-German University
The Franco-German University (DFH) has published its calls for proposals for bi- and trinational Franco-German undergraduate and PhD track programs for funding starting in the 2027–2028 academic year, as well as for Franco-German Doctoral Colleges (DFDK) for funding starting January 1, 2028.
URL: https://www.dfh-ufa.org/informationen-fuer/hochschulen/ausschreibungen?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Ausschreibungen+der+Deutsch-Franz%C3%B6sischen+Hochschule

Gertrud-und-Alexander-Böhlig-Stiftung: Stipendien für Graduierte und Postdoktorand*innen
Die Stipendien werden für eine Laufzeit von 12 Monaten gewährt. Gefördert werden folgende Fachgebiete: Ägyptische und Vorderasiatische Altertumswissenschaften, Geschichtswissenschaften, Religionswissenschaft und Judaistik
Zielgruppe: Wissenschaftler*innen aus den genannten Disziplinen
Bewerbungsfrist: 15.10.2026
URL: https://www.deutsches-stiftungszentrum.de/stiftungen/gertrud-und-alexander-boehlig-stiftung

SCIENTIFIC WORKFLOWS: TOOLS AND TIPS 
Lecture series by Dr. Selina Baldauf for early-career researchers of all disciplines.
When? 3rd Thursday of a month (lecture period), 4pm – 5pm
URL: https://www.bcp.fu-berlin.de/en/graduiertenzentrum/promovierende/veranstaltungen/lecture-SB
In the meantime, check out the vast collection of materials including videos and slides from past events: https://selinazitrone.github.io/tools_and_tips/  

DOCTORAL PROGRAMS AT FREIE UNIVERSITÄT BERLIN
(Annual) Calls for doctoral places, doctoral positions and/or fellowships
https://www.fu-berlin.de/en/sites/drs/doctorate/structured-or-individual/drs_programs

DOCTORAL SCHOLARSHIPS
A selection of the most important institutions that award doctoral scholarships
https://www.fu-berlin.de/en/sites/drs/funding/grants/index.html

FORSCHUNGSPREISE (in German)
www.fu-berlin.de/forschung/service/foerderung/informationen/preise

June 2026 – Workshops & More

DRS PODCAST „Navigating your Doctorate“

For our latest episode we interviewed our colleague at Dahlem Research School and first generation doctoral researcher, Lito Kyriakidou. We discussed about challenges and opportunities in her path as an international researcher in Germany, the upcoming First Generation Docs Connect event, and the creation of a new support network for first generation doctoral researchers by BUA. Listen to the full interview here.

The Dahlem Research School podcast „Navigating your Doctorate“ supports prospective and current doctoral researchers during their early career phase. It features expert interviews covering all stages of a doctorate and chats with winners of the supervisor award. Listen in on our website or on Spotify!

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EVENTS and WORKSHOPS organized by DRS | FUB and partners

EVENTS

FIRST GENERATION DOCS CONNECT – a BUA networking event
Date: June 2, 4pm – 7pm
Venue: https://beachmitte.de/
URL: https://www.drs.fu-berlin.de/en/node/123217

DRS SUMMER PARTY
Date:
July 3, 2pm – 6pm
Venue: Dahlem Research School, Hittorfstraße 16
Registration: https://www.fu-berlin.de/en/sites/drs/offers/sommerfest (open only to Freie Universität members and invited guests from BUA)

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WORKSHOPS

WALDBADEN – ACHTSAMKEIT IN DER NATUR INKL. NATURCOACHING
June 3, 15:00-18:30

INTRODUCTION TO DATA MANAGEMENT IN HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
June 9-10, 9:00-12:00

KI UND KOMPETENTE AUTORENSCHAFT IM WISSENSCHAFTLICHEN SCHREIBEN
June 10, 9:00-17:00

PROFESSIONAL NETWORKING: AUTHENTIC, PRAGMATIC, SYSTEMATIC
June 11 & 12, 9:30 – 17:00
Registration through Charité

AI AND BIAS IN ACADEMIA
June 15, 10:00-16:00

AI BASICS
June 17, 13:00-15:00

WHAT’S NEXT DOC?
June 18, 14:00-16:00

KOMMUNIKATIONSSTARK IN DER PROMOTION: EMOTIONEN, STRESS UND KONFLIKTE SOUVERÄN MANAGEN
19. Juni, 09:00–16:30
Anmeldung über Charité.

KARRIEREWEGE NACH DER PROMOTION
22. Juni, 09:00–17:00 Uhr
Anmeldung über Charité.

WEGE IN DIE PROMOTION – WELCHE PROMOTION PASST ZU MIR?
June 30, 10:00-13:00

TRAINING PROGRAMME: STATISTICAL CONSULTING TEAM AT FREIE UNIVERSITÄT BERLIN-FU:STAT
(Various dates available in German and English)

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Using the booking platform

To register and/ or book workshops on our booking platform go to www.drs.fu-berlin.de/course_list. New users should register with an institutional email address and confirm their membership. Registered users should confirm their continued membership once a year after receiving an email reminder from DRS support.

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We would love to hear your thoughts and opinions on our workshops. Your feedback is invaluable in helping us tailor our support to meet your needs and ensure that our events are relevant and beneficial to you. It will only take a few minutes of your time (5 minutes): https://www.drs.fu-berlin.de/en/node/115722 To ensure your anonymity, please log out of the booking platform before participating. Thank you so much for contributing! 

After successfully completing the survey, participants may send a screenshot of the final page to skills@drs.fu-berlin.de in order to enter the prize draw at the end of the year.

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May 2026 – Calls & Announcements

Berlin University Alliance survey on career paths and diversity
Researchers of all career stages are invited to share their experiences. How do you experience your everyday work, collaboration, and career opportunities – especially in times of change? Help highlight the diversity of academic realities at Freie Universität Berlin. The survey takes 25 minutes to complete.
Target group: BUA researchers
URL: https://umfrage.hu-berlin.de/index.php/912235?lang=en

FACHTAG „DIVERSITY & CAREER DEVELOPMENT“ at FU Berlin, Dept. Biology, Chemistry, Pharmacy
This year’s event is about critical reflection on power structures in science and practice concrete strategies for responding to difficult situations in your everyday academic life, including a workshop on how to deal with inner and outer pressure (mental health) and a short input on how our unconscious assumptions shape our work in research groups.
Target group: Doctoral & PostDoc researchers, interesteded students
Date: 18.05.2026
URL: https://www.sfb1449.de/Events/20260518-fachtag8.html

Academic freedom week 2026: Safeguarding and (Re)Constructing Space, Networks, and Knowledge
Amid unpredictable geopolitical shifts, the commitment to academic freedom faces increasing pressure–including across Europe. Academic freedom week events will examine the complex dynamics shaping the individual trajectories of at-risk academics, students, and artists.
Target group: BUA researchers; please note: some events require registration in advance.
Dates: May 18-22, 2026
URL: https://www.berlin-university-alliance.de/en/commitments/international/bcge/bbafw

Dealing with AI in a legally compliant manner? – An introductory session
This event provides an overview of the legal frameworks and pitfalls involved in the use of artificial intelligence in university administration.
Target group: FUB employees
Date: 19. Mai 26,
URL: https://veranstaltung.weiterbildung.fu-berlin.de/26-O.FIF03b

STIPENDIENPROGRAMM „TECHNOLOGIEN DER ZUKUNFT“
Im Rahmen des Programms fördern die Wissenschafts- und Technologieabteilung sowie die Kulturabteilung der Französischen Botschaft in Deutschland gemeinsam die Mobilität junger Forscherinnen und Forscher, die an einer Universität oder einem Forschungsinstitut in Deutschland tätig sind.
Target group: Masterstudierende, Promovierende, Post-Doktorand:innen
Date(s): Die Aufenthalte müssen zwischen dem 1. September 2026 und dem 31. Dezember 2026 beginnen.
Application deadline: 20. Mai 2026
URL: https://www.science-allemagne.fr/appels-actuellement-en-cours/technologies-davenir-2026-lappel-a-candidature-est-ouvert-deadline-20-05-2026/

Online-Informationsveranstaltung Promovieren mit Behinderungen
In dieser einstündigen online-Veranstaltung werden die Zugangsvoraussetzungen und organisatorischen sowie strukturellen Meilensteine für Promovierende mit Behinderungen im Mittelpunkt stehen, mit Fachvorträgen und offenen Austauschmöglichkeiten.
Zielgruppe: Promotionsinteressierte, Promovierende
Termin: 9. Juni 2026. 13:30-14:30 Uhr
Anmeldefrist: 26. Mai 2026
URL: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=COqhPmgYsEml81oZJqnDkPxtALGUniFMuISTS4_iQnBUQ1dISUNLR0lPQ0Q2SlQ1V0lUMDNNSzZTMi4u&route=shorturl

Berlin University Alliance X-Student Research Groups – Call for Proposals for the winter semester 2026-27
The Berlin University Alliance (BUA) supports up to 32 X-Student Research Groups per year. The student research teams are led by a junior researcher to work together with other participating students on a current question from their own research.
Target group: BUA Junior researchers
Deadline: 31 May 2026 (An online information event on the X-Student Research Groups will take place on May 8, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.)
URL: https://www.berlin-university-alliance.de/en/commitments/teaching-learning/sturop/research-groups/call-for-proposals/index.html

Berlin University Alliance Postdoc Career Fair
Are you considering career opportunities beyond academia? Join the Postdoc Career Fair 2026 and explore diverse career paths, connect with professionals across sectors, and gain practical insights for your next career step.
Target group: PhD graduates looking to transition into careers outside of academia
Date: 11 June 2026
Registration deadline: 4 June 2026
URL: https://www.berlin-university-alliance.de/en/commitments/promoting-talent/postdoc-academy/career-fair/index.html

Online-Workshop Internationale Karrierewege – Alumni der Freien Universität berichten
In einem moderierten Gespräch geben Absolventinnen und Absolventen der Freien Universität Einblick in ihre Berufsfelder und individuellen Berufslaufbahnen im internationalen Umfeld. Themenfelder: Berufsfelder und individuellen Berufslaufbahnen im internationalen Umfeld; Praktika und erste Stellen; Einstiege, Umwege, Strategien, Zufälle, Hürden und Erfolge.
Zielgruppe: Studierende und Promovierende
Termin: 09. Juni 2026
URL: https://www.fu-berlin.de/sites/career/veranstaltungen/Veranstaltungen-zum-Berufseinstieg/veranstaltungen_career-service/2026_Internationale-Karrierewege.html

Una Europa PhD Impact Award 2026
Description: The Una Europa PhD Impact Award aims to recognise and celebrate the impact, and potential impact, of research and researchers. We invite doctoral researchers to reflect on their research practice and consider how it impacts on society and contributes to the world. Being able to articulate the impact their work is an essential skill for all researchers. 
Target group: Doctoral Researchers
Application deadline: 14 June 2026
URL: https://www.fu-berlin.de/en/international/network/partnership-networks/unaeuropa/get-involved/phd-impact-award/index.html

Mercator Kolleg für internationale Aufgaben – 1 Jahr Perspektivwechsel global & intersektoral – Ausschreibung Kollegjahr 2027
Das Kolleg bietet ein Forum.in dem Menschen aus den unterschiedlichsten Disziplinen und Branchen zusammenkommen, um gemeinsam Lösungsansätze für globale Herausforderungen zu entwickeln. Kollegdauer: 12 Monate von Januar bis Dezember, drei feste Seminarphasen mit Rahmenprogramm an verschiedenen Orten in Europa, dazwischen flexible Einteilung der Kollegzeit mit selbstgestalteten weltweiten Praxisaufenthalten (6-10 Monate)
Zielgruppe: engagierte Persönlichkeiten aller Branchen, Themenfelder und Sektoren mit Masterabschluss oder Promotion
Bewerbungsfrist: 15. Juni 2026
URL: https://www.mercator-kolleg.de/

New DAAD Programme Future Network Weimar Triangle: Science for Europe
The programme promotes trilateral cooperation and research between Germany, France and Poland on future-oriented topics such as climate-neutral energy production and mobility, artificial intelligence and digitalization, security in Europe, biotechnology and medicine of the future, new technologies.
Target group: Doctoral and postdoctoral researchers from all disciplines
Deadline: 15 June 2026
URL: https://www.daad.de/en/the-daad/future-network-weimar-triangle/

GO OUT – TAG 2026
Description: Dahlem Research School presents: International mobility for doctoral researchers
Target group: Doctoral Researchers
Date: 17. Juni 2026, 14:15-15:00 hrs / 2:15-3:00 pm Berlin time
Format:  in person @ Seminarzentrum FU Berlin, L115
URL: https://www.fu-berlin.de/studium/international/studium_ausland/go_out_tag/Go-Out-Tag-2026/index.html#:~:text=Der%20Go%2DOut%2DTag%202026,Studium%20und%20Praktikum%20im%20Ausland

Open Door Talk: AI-Basics (online)
Description: AI-Basics offers doctoral researchers a concise introduction to large language models and their scientific implications. Explore how LLMs work, what they truly “know,” and how to use them responsibly in research maintaining high standards of scientific integrity.
Target group: Doctoral Researchers
Date(s): 17. Juni 2026, 13:00-15:00 hrs / 1:00-3:00 pm Berlin time
URL: https://www.drs.fu-berlin.de/en/node/132123

Open Door Talk: Prompting and Literature Search (online)
Description: Prompting and Literature Search introduces PhD students to practical strategies for using large language models and AI-based search tools. Get hands-on experience through guided examples that help you craft prompts and integrate AI-enhanced search into your research workflow.
Target group: Doctoral Researchers
Date(s): 16. Juli 2026, 10:00-12:00 hrs / 10:00-12:00 am Berlin time
URL: https://www.drs.fu-berlin.de/en/node/132129

Meta-Science Summer School 2026: Designing and Conducting Studies To Improve Research (in person)
Participants will learn more about meta-research by designing and starting to collect data for a meta-research study in a small team. Participants may choose to keep working after the summer school to complete and publish their project.
Target group: students and researchers
Dates: 23 – 28 August 2026
URL:https://www.bihealth.org/en/notices/meta-science-summer-school-designing-and-conducting-studies-to-improve-research-1

Sustainability in Higher Education – Between Transformation and Vibe Shifts
International conference on current discourse surrounding sustainability with the aim to critically self-reflect on the role of higher education institutions.
Target group: Students, researchers, and administrative staff from national and international universities.
Date(s): 21.09.2026-23.09.2026
Application deadline: deadline call for proposals: 31.05.2026 / deadline for conference registration: 31.08.2026
URL: https://www.fu-berlin.de/en/sites/higher-ed-sustainability-conf/

DEUTSCHES TECHNISCHES DOKTORANDENPROGRAMM AM CERN (WOLFGANG-GENTNER-STIPENDIEN)
Gefördert werden Doktorarbeiten in technischen Bereichen am CERN. Ziel des Programms ist die Ausbildung von Doktorandinnen und Doktoranden deutscher Hochschulen in einem internationalen, erstklassigen Hochtechnologie-Umfeld mit engen Kontakten zur Industrie. Die Betreuung erfolgt gemeinsam durch das CERN vor Ort und durch die Hochschullehrerin bzw. den Hochschullehrer der Heimathochschule, die oder der die Dissertation betreut.
Target group: Das Programm wendet sich an (zukünftige) Doktorandinnen und Doktoranden aus den technisch-naturwissenschaftlichen Bereichen, die an einer deutschen Hochschule promovieren (wollen).
Deadline(s): Es gibt drei Bewerbungsrunden pro Jahr (November, März und Juli).
URL: https://www2.daad.de/ausland/studieren/stipendium/de/70-stipendien-finden-und-bewerben/?detail=10000605

SCIENTIFIC WORKFLOWS: TOOLS AND TIPS 
Lecture series by Dr. Selina Baldauf for early-career researchers of all disciplines.
When? 3rd Thursday of a month (lecture period), 4pm – 5pm
URL: https://www.bcp.fu-berlin.de/en/graduiertenzentrum/promovierende/veranstaltungen/lecture-SB
In the meantime, check out the vast collection of materials including videos and slides from past events: https://selinazitrone.github.io/tools_and_tips/  

DOCTORAL PROGRAMS AT FREIE UNIVERSITÄT BERLIN
(Annual) Calls for doctoral places, doctoral positions and/or fellowships
https://www.fu-berlin.de/en/sites/drs/doctorate/structured-or-individual/drs_programs

DOCTORAL SCHOLARSHIPS
A selection of the most important institutions that award doctoral scholarships
https://www.fu-berlin.de/en/sites/drs/funding/grants/index.html

FORSCHUNGSPREISE (in German)
www.fu-berlin.de/forschung/service/foerderung/informationen/preise

May 2026 – Research Integrity

Change of Central Ombudspersons at Freie Universität Berlin in Summer 2026
Sabine Kropp takes over as central ombudsperson from Joachim Heberle, Marcus Doherr joins as new central ombudsperson. In a campus.leben-interview, all three ombudspersons reflect on the topic „Good scientific practice is more than just addressing misconduct“. (Interview available in German version only: „Gute wissenschaftliche Praxis ist mehr als die Aufarbeitung von Fehlverhalten“).
URL: https://www.fu-berlin.de/campusleben/vorgestellt/2026/260424-gwp-neue-ombudspersonen/index.html

„PROMOTION IM DIALOG“ STAKEHOLDER TREFFEN – GUTE BETREUUNG
Description: The “Promotion im Dialog” forum is hosting a stakeholder meeting to improve supervision guidelines at Freie Universität by developing concrete proposals. It invites a wide range of participants involved in doctoral education, emphasizing the value of practical experience and diverse perspectives. The event will include both collaborative work sessions and networking opportunities, with catering provided.
Target group: Freie Universität members only. All interest groups that are involved in doctoral education (especially doctoral researchers and supervisors)
Date: 18 May 2026
URL:  https://www.drs.fu-berlin.de/en/node/131382

New Call for BUA Open Science Ambassadors 2026/27
Are you passionate about Open Science and interested in promoting its practices within your research environment? Become an Open Science Ambassador and support the implementation of open and transparent research in your faculty, department, or Cluster of Excellence. Train your peers – Connect – Share your Experiences!
Target group: BUA researchers with some experience in open science
Application deadline: 29 May 2026
URL: https://www.berlin-university-alliance.de/en/commitments/research-quality/news/2026/20260406-call-open-science-ambassadors.html

Further offers Open Science Summer 2026
Workshops and events from May to June 2026 | Language: German or English, Formats: online or in person
URL: https://www.fu-berlin.de/en/sites/drs/research-integrity/gwp-news/BUA-open-science-2026.html

Offers Research Data Management Spring/Summer 2026
RDM offers from April to June 2026 | Language: German or English, Formats: online or in person
URL: https://www.fu-berlin.de/en/sites/drs/research-integrity/gwp-news/CARDS-Forschungsdatenmanagement-Spring-2026.html

Research Software Day + Week 2026
The event aims at promoting Research Software awareness, networking and training, with theBerlin University Alliance acting as a platform for bringing people and research organizations together.
Date(s): 03.06.2026 (01.-05.06.2026)
URL: https://www.berlin-university-alliance.de/commitments/research-quality/events/2026/2026-06-03-RS-Day.html

E-LEARNING MODULE ‘GOOD RESEARCH PRACTICE FOR DOCTORAL RESEARCHERS’
https://www.berlin-university-alliance.de/grp