We're thrilled to announce the inaugural Annual Conference of the German Postdoc Network (GPN), taking place on Thursday, March 12, from approx. 2.30 pm – Friday approx. 3 pm, March 13, 2026, in Munich. This conference will bring together a diverse group of postdoctoral researchers from various disciplines and international backgrounds to foster a strong nation-wide postdoc network in Germany. 

Conference Program Highlights 

Our conference program will feature keynote lectures on establishing strong networks and transferable skills, hands-on idea exchange, skill development sessions, and networking opportunities. We're excited to offer a range of activities that will help postdocs connect, exchange ideas, and develop their skills.  

Collaborate with Us: Share Your Expertise and Support 

We're excited to collaborate with early career researchers, postdoc supporters, and companies/sponsors who share our passion for creating a strong and supportive community of postdoctoral researchers in Germany. By working together, we can create a unique and impactful experience for postdocs and contribute to the growth of the postdoc community. 

We're looking for: 

• Early Career Researchers/Postdoc Supporters to lead skill workshops on transferrable skills/career path development or participate in our World Café sessions brainstorming ideas to strengthen our network, sharing their expertise and experiences with the community 

• Sponsors/Institutions/Companies to partner with us and help make this event free for postdocs, providing valuable networking opportunities and supporting the growth of the postdoc community 

• Postdocs who want to join our annual conference team and help bring this vision to life 

If you're interested in contributing to the conference program or sponsoring the event, please contact us to discuss further. We're looking for innovative ideas and expertise to make this conference a success.  

Annual.conference-wg@germanpostdoc.net 

Stay Tuned 

We'll be sharing more details about the conference program and registration process in the fall. In the meantime, we invite you to join the conversation and help us make this event a success. 

Let's work together to create a strong and supportive community of postdoctoral researchers in Germany!