The Office of Research and Early-Career Researchers regularly organises events and workshops on a variety of topics and for all stages of an academic career, focusing on the application process and securing external funding. Requests for specific event formats are welcome and can be directed to the Office of Research.
Latest News:
- Workshop day as part of PHIL Researchers’ Day 2026 (22 July 2026, further information)
- PHIL Researchers’ Day 2026 (23 July 2026, further information)
- ETI-Information Session (29 July 2026)
BfF Breakfast Sessions
The BfF Breakfast Sessions are one-hour online events dedicated to the topic of academic careers. In a relaxed atmosphere, the sessions encourage discussion of career-related topics, with a focus on sharing experiences and tips, as well as the challenges faced during the early stages of an academic career. The format provides targeted insights and allows time for questions and discussions about career progression in academia.
Dates for the winter term 2026/27:
PHIL Researchers’ Day
Every summer, members of the Faculty meet for PHIL Researchers’ Day. The event aims to encourage collaboration and make the multifaceted and high-calibre research of the faculty visible to all its members. PHIL Researchers’ Day is an interdisciplinary conference within the faculty. Scientists of all qualification levels are welcome to present methods and results of their current research. The main focus is on interdisciplinary exchange.
The day before, workshops are usually offered on the topics of ‘Methods’ and ‘Careers’. These workshops are designed primarily for early-career researchers.
Click the button below to access the intranet page (login via SSO) and to find further information about this year’s Day of Researchers (2026).
PHIL Researchers’ Day (intern)Information Session on the ‘Emerging Talents Initiative (FAUeti)’
FAU supports early-career researchers in applying for external funding through the “Emerging Talents Initiative” (ETI). Eligible applicants are FAU researchers who have earned their doctorate within the last four years and have not yet completed their habilitation or undergone an interim evaluation as part of their junior professorship.
The ETI provides targeted support to these researchers so they can submit an application to an external funding agency within the 12-month funding period. The maximum grant amount is €15,000. Within this framework, researchers can apply for any measures necessary to prepare their application for third-party funding on an individual and flexible basis.
Next date:
Location: online via Zoom
Target audience: Applicants and interested researchers in the early stages of their careers