Current events and networking opportunities

Career Lunch Talks

By Career Lunch Talks, we have come up with an event to which the HZDR Alumni Network and the Postdoc Center HZDR-TUD jointly invite. The aim of the Career Lunch Talks is to provide our guests with insights into various career paths, to initiate contacts with personalities outside the HZDR and thus to further expand and build professional networks in a wide range of fields. At each event, we invite personalities with different professional and technical backgrounds to talk about themselves, their careers and their networks as well as to discuss current career topics with us. More information can be found here.

Postdoc Talks | Spotlight on

Our Postdoc Talks shed light on essential aspects of the postdoc phase. Experts share their expertise and (insider) tips while answering your questions. More information can be found here.

Meet & Greet for new Doctoral Researchers

This welcome and networking event takes place regularly once a quarter. We introduce ourselves and the work of the Career Center, present our services and offers related to career development, answers your questions about the HZDR doctoral guidelines and most importantly, take the time to get to know each other.

Next event: August 18, 2026 I registration and more information: here

Postdoc Appreciation Week

Postdoc Appreciation Week (PAW) is an annual celebration of postdoctoral researchers' contributions to scientific research and innovation. The event, first organized in the US in 2009, has grown globally and is now celebrated in several countries, including Germany. PAW aims to recognize the hard work and dedication of postdocs and provide a platform for them to connect with colleagues and share their experiences.

Next event: September 21 - 25, 2026

Register here for Keynote: Building Industry Partnerships to Support Academic Research with Dr. David M. Giltner on September 21, 2026 (online)

Virtual Career Day: Transition possible

Postdocs who want to have a closer look into careers in industry, the Virtual Career Day: Transition possible will be an excellent opportunity. You have the chance to participate in panel discussions and connect with companies, organizations, and other postdocs. Here you can find more information about the program and how to register.

Next event: 2027 I online