Welcome!
The PostdocNet is a network representing postdoctoral researchers throughout the Max Planck Society. We aim to improve the working conditions, scientific development, and career prospects of postdocs.
Welcome to our website! Here you can find general information about PostdocNet, as well as recent news and upcoming events. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to our steering group, or to your local postdoc representative.
Strengthening Postdoctoral Perspectives in the WissZeitVG Reform
Our Steering Group recently met with Deputy Minister Dr. Silke Launert and senior officials at the BMFTR, together with colleagues from the Helmholtz Association PostDoc Network (HAPN) and the Leibniz PostDoc Network (LPN), to discuss upcoming reforms to the WissZeitVG. Learn more about the meeting and read our joint statement here!
2024 PostdocNet Survey Results
Results from the most recent PostdocNet survey are available! To view a summary or to read the full report, click the image on the right.
Meet our New Steering Group!
Seven new postdocs were elected to the PostdocNet Steering Group at our yearly General Meeting in November. Congratulations, and we look forward to another productive year!