The Postdoc Academic Career Support (PACT) Center supports postdoctoral researchers with fixed-term contracts at GEOMAR in their professional development. Our goal is to provide targeted guidance for your individual career development – whether you are pursuing an academic career or transitioning into non-academic fields.
We offer a diverse range of programs, including training and qualification formats, mentoring opportunities, networking events, individual counseling sessions, and much more.
Get to know the services offered by the Early Career Support and take an active role in shaping your next career steps. Further information is available on the intranet.
We look forward to supporting you on your journey!
Events & Dates
FYORD Workshop: Kickstart Your Project Skills: Plan, Build, Succeed
December 2, 5 and 9, 2025, 9:00 – 16:00, room 5-1.211 (North Sea), infos and registration
FYORD Workshop: Popular Science Writing
January 14 + 21, 2026, 10:15 – 16:00, Marine Science Campus, CAU, more infos, registration
"Finding your own way" – individual, short coaching for postdocs
February 20, 2026, infos and application
Recurring Events
"Lasst uns Deutsch schnacken" – Weekly German Courses
Wednesdays – Advanced Level: 11:30 am – 1:00 pm, room 5‑1.211 (North Sea)
Thursdays – Beginner Level: 11:30 am – 1:00 pm, room 5‑1.212 (Baltic Sea)
Writing Hours – Collaborative Writing Sessions (initiative of the Postdoc+ Team)
Tuesdays: 9:00 am – 11:00 am, room 4‑025, building 4
Fridays: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, room 5‑1.211 (North Sea), building 5
