• Postdoc in Germany: Rio de Janeiro 2026

    DAAD Rio de Janeiro / R. Prof. Alfredo Gomes, 37 - Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22251-080 / September 23, 2026

  • On-site Workshop on SEPTEMBER 23, 2026

    The German Centre for Research and Innovation (DWIH) São Paulo in cooperation with the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) and its supporters Freie Universität Berlin (FU Berlin), University of Münster (UM), Technical University of Munich (TUM), University of Potsdam (UP) and University Alliance Ruhr (UA Ruhr) invite prospective post-doctoral researchers to this on site workshop for candidates from Brazil.

    REGISTRATION is open. Please scroll down to register.

    All approved participants will be informed by mail. 

  • Registration

    REGISTRATION is open until September 18. Please fill out all fields. All invited participants will be informed by e-mail.  

    Please be aware that this workshop is dedicated to students/researchers who are interested in doing a Postdoc in Germany.

    Please note that this event is intended for students/researchers who are currently pursuing a PhD or already hold one. 

    Bear in mind: You can apply for a scholarship for a postdoc for up to twelve years after your doctorate.

  • Date

    Wednesday, September 23, 2026

    Time

    09:00 - 16:00

    Address

    DAAD Regional Office Rio de Janeiro

    R. Prof. Alfredo Gomes, 37 - Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22251-080

    How to get there: https://maps.app.goo.gl/2dTV9fPy7QS1TE6G8

     

  • Programme:

    Learn everything you need to know about how to do a postdoc at these excellent German institutions, the funding opportunities in Germany and general aspects of career paths in the German research system.

    09:00 – 09:30 (BRT) | Welcome coffee & Registration

    09:30 – 10:00 (BRT) | Welcome & Opening Remarks

    • Welcome & Moderation: DWIH São Paulo
    • Welcome Words: Katharina Fourier (DAAD Rio de Janeiro / DWIH  São Paulo)
    • Doing your Postdoc in Germany – An Introduction: Laura Ferreira (DFG)

    10:00  – 10:45 (BRT) | Opportunities & Funding | Lectures

    • German Research Foundation (DFG): Laura Ferreira
    • Alexander von Humboldt Foundation (AvH): N.N.
    • German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD): N.N.
    • EURAXESS: Charlotte Grawitz

    10:45 – 11:15 (BRT) | Pitches from the participating German Institutions (4 minutes each):

    • Freie Universität Berlin (FU Berlin): Christian Lazar
    • University of Münster (UM): Cintia Toth
    • Technical University of Munich (TUM): Sören Metz
    • University Alliance Ruhr: Marcio Weichert
    • University of Potsdam: Sven Dinklage

    11:15 - 12:30 (BRT) | How to get started. Ask your peers!

    Personal and academic requirements, where to look for calls and job offers, first contact with a potential host, and much more! Discuss with representatives from funding agencies and universities.


    12:30 - 13:30 (BRT) | Lunch break

    13:30 – 16:00 (BRT) | Individual Consultations | Career Fair

    Get your advice from the representatives of the German institutions!

    Format: tables will be changed every 15 minutes.

    16:00 (BRT) Closing Remarks

    Closing Remarks, Summary and Wrap-Up.

     

    Partners:
    The event is organised by the German Centre for Research and Innovation São Paulo (DWIH São Paulo) together with the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) and supported by Alexander von Humboldt Foundation, German Research Foundation (DFG) and EURAXESS.

  • Registration

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  • Interested in university/research institution, department*
  • Are you already in contact with your possible host?*

  • Your registration is complete once you receive an email confirmation from the organisers.

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