Arqus Mentoring Programme for Early-Stage Researchers 2025-2026

The Arqus Mentoring Programme for Early-Stage Researchers is designed for doctoral candidates and early-stage postdoctoral researchers interested in receiving high-quality support during a decisive phase in their academic careers. The deadline to apply is 31 March 2025, 23:59 CET.

Within this competitive international programme, early-stage researchers are matched with established researchers from another Arqus university to receive feedback and advice on topics such as career options and decisions, time management, application processes, work organisation and skills development. It is an excellent opportunity to think about your future trajectory and gain insight into academic pathways. An experienced mentor can provide insight and offer a space for discussion about the challenges and opportunities of life in academia. 

To accompany the mentoring journey, online training sessions and check-ins for the mentee group will be organised throughout the year. This third edition of the 9-month programme will begin in early October 2025 with an in-person kick-off workshop in Graz, Austria.

The deadline for the application is Monday 31 March 2025, 23:59 CET.

For more information about the programme and how to apply, please click here.