Uni-Tübingen

Support for junior researchers

The University of Tübingen offers excellent conditions for talented junior researchers. From doctoral candidates and postdoctoral researchers to junior research groups – researchers at the early stages of their career have many opportunities at our university, whether they are seeking to qualify within research projects, doctoral programs or individual research projects. Through additional courses, events and coaching, our junior researchers receive excellent mentoring to help them master current and future challenges.

Doctorates at the University of Tübingen

Doctoral research is the key to starting a scientific career. On the following pages you will find general information on obtaining a doctorate in Tübingen. This section of the website also includes information on existing doctoral programs and doctoral research networks at the university.

Graduate Academy

The Graduate Academy at the University of Tübingen provides services for junior researchers and includes the graduate academies of the faculties. It also manages structured doctoral programs and the doctoral networks of the university.

Research Training Groups

The Research Training Groups (RTG) which are funded by the German Research Foundation are among the best in national and international research. More information about the Research Training Groups at the University of Tübingen can be found on our core research areas website.

Funding and support for junior researchers

Funding and support is key to the start of a successful scientific career. On the following pages you will find all the information you need on funding and support for junior researchers.