Every fall, our career development mentoring program for female researchers at the University Alliance Ruhr kicks off. It alternates between lines for female doctoral and postdoctoral researchers. In 2026, it will be the doctoral researchers’ turn again. The application period runs from 1 June to 10 July 10. Save the date!

Are you pursuing a doctorate at one of the UA Ruhr universities? Are you interested in discussing your professional development with experienced female researchers? Would you like to gain additional informal insights into the structures and unwritten rules of the academic world and broaden your perspective? Then mentoring³ is the right program for you!

Find out here who is eligible to participate, what the two-year program offers in detail, and how you can prepare your application.