Postdoc in Germany Postdoc in Germany

Postdocs should bear one thing in mind above all else: a strategy to withdraw from academia is highly advisable, for secure positions are rare.

Postdocs need to be highly skilled, ambitious, and flexible. In return, they are frequently offered little more than autonomy in their work.

Universities and research institutions have strict requirements and high expectations for postdoc applications. How to make a good impression.

Many postdocs are academic staff working at a university or research institution. Their salary is not generous, but much better than that of doctoral students.

Although there are positive signs of change, working conditions for postdocs in Germany remain difficult. Andreas Keller, director of the GEW explains exactly where the problems lie and what changes still need to be made.

Which scholarships and funding programmes for postdocs are available in Germany? And under what circumstances are they granted? An overview.

Many companies are offering students the opportunity to put their knowledge to practical use already before completing their studies - by writing their master thesis at a company.

Austria is considered to be one of the best countries in the world for having health insurance. But how do you go about getting covered? This guide gives you an insight into how the Austrian health system works.

Munich combines top-level research at universities and research institutions with a high quality of life and close proximity to other parts of Europe.

In Austria, everyone who has their usual residence in the country is subject to tax. The country allows for generous benefits to scientists and researchers to attract people from these fields from outside the country to move to Austria to live and work. This article will help you have a greater understanding of the Austrian income tax system before you arrive.