Apply now for the 2nd edition of the Arqus Mentoring Programme for Early-Stage Researchers!

The Arqus Mentoring Programme for Early-Stage Researchers is designed for doctoral candidates and early-stage postdoctoral researchers who are interested in receiving high-quality support during a decisive phase in their academic careers. The new round of the 9-month programme will begin in September 2024 with an in-person kick-off workshop in Lyon.

Pursuing a successful research career and navigating the (official and unofficial) rules of academic life can be challenging or even discouraging. During this process, exchanging with and gaining feedback from someone not directly involved in your research project, employment contract or thesis supervision can be beneficial. An experienced mentor can provide insight and offer a space for discussion about the challenges and opportunities of life in academia.

Within this international mentoring 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.

The application deadline for the second edition is 10^th March 2024.

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