📖 As we wrap up 2025, we continue our series In the Postdoc’s Library, where postdoctoral researchers at @charlesuni.cuni.cz share what has recently inspired or engaged them – from books and articles to podcasts. For December, Chandana Ravikumar offers her picks.

This autumn, we offered another series of workshops supporting early-career researchers in developing key competencies defined by the European Competence Framework for Researchers. A total of 89 participants from across the university joined sessions focused on research-relevant skills. 👩🏻‍🔬

🎙️ New episode of the Postdoctoral Podcast How to navigate the transition from a PhD to a postdoctoral position? And what impact can research on children’s literature have on society? We speak with Sarah Caré about her path, research on children’s literature, and her work within the WONDRE project⁠.

📌 December 2025: Postdoctoral Hub News & Events at Charles University This project is co-funded by the European Union under the Horizon Europe research and innovation programme. Any related posts reflect only the views of the project.

📌 November 2025: Postdoctoral Hub News & Events at Charles University This project is co-funded by the European Union under the Horizon Europe research and innovation programme. Any related posts reflect only the views of the project.

🚀 Join us on 21 Nov, 11:00–12:00 CET for an online event introducing this Europe-wide network for researcher development. ✅ Learn how to join ✅ Explore tools and resources ✅ Connect with peers across sectors Registration 👉 forms.office.com/e/Wiy0YVG4Ln More about Cross: cross.vscht.cz

📢 Charles University is pleased to announce the launch of the second cycle of its Mentoring Programme and invites early-career researchers with a Ph.D. (such as postdocs, assistant professors) to apply as mentees. 🗓️ Deadline: 10 Dec 2025 🔗 More information and application: cuni.cz/UKEN-2151.html

❓Do you want to improve your collaboration and communication skills in international research environments? Join our Excellence in International Networking, Teaming and Cooperation workshop and learn practical strategies to work effectively across cultures. 🌐

📖 In the Postdoc’s Library is a new series where we ask postdoctoral researchers from @charlesuni.cuni.cz to share what has recently inspired or intrigued them – from books and articles to podcasts. Each month, you’ll get a glimpse into what shapes their thinking, research, and everyday curiosity.

📢 The results of the first call of the #CHARLESTON programme (MSCA COFUND) are out! Charles University and the European Commission will co-fund 10 postdoctoral projects, contributing to 13 United Nations #SustainableDevelopmentGoals. 🌍🌱 🔗 Read more: cuni.cz/UKEN-2423.html

📌 October 2025: Postdoctoral Hub News & Events We’re back with the autumn training series for postdocs at @charlesuni.cuni.cz! Participants can choose from a diverse range of topics applicable across disciplines and strengthen their skills while opening new opportunities for collaboration.

Thank you to everyone who joined our Welcome Day for Postdocs at Kampus Hybernská! It was great to see so many postdocs from across Charles University come together. 👩‍🔬🌐

💡 Curious about open science and how to publish your work more effectively? Join our Introduction to Open Science & Publishing workshop and explore the key principles of open research practices. 📅 13 October 2025, 2–4 PM, online 🗣️ Dagmar Hanzlikova & Milan Janíček 📝 Registration: lnkd.in/eEAwJEfb

💻 Want to start analyzing your data more efficiently? Join our workshop and get hands-on experience with one of the most powerful tools for data analysis! This session will introduce the basics of the R scripting language and show you how to work with R Studio to load, edit, and analyze your data.

🌐 Join us for the upcoming Welcome Day for postdoctoral researchers at Charles University. 👉 Register here: vzdelavani.is.cuni.cz/simplifywork... Btw: The event is not only for newcomers – all postdocs are warmly invited!

💡 Our autumn training workshops for early-career researchers are starting soon! Don’t miss the chance to join sessions on science communication, research data management, R programming and much more. ➡️ Details and registration here: lnkd.in/etx6aHWU

🌐 Join us for the upcoming Welcome Day for postdoctoral researchers at Charles University. 👉 Register here: vzdelavani.is.cuni.cz/simplifywork... Btw: The event is not only for newcomers – all postdocs are warmly invited!

🚀 Do you have a postdoc interview coming up? We are also moving into the interview stage of the first CHARLESTON call! It has been inspiring to see so much interest from talented postdoctoral researchers across disciplines, and we are very much looking forward to meeting some of them.

🍂 Autumn Training Offer for Early-Career Researchers This autumn, we’re launching a new series of workshops for postdoctoral and other early-career researchers at @charlesuni.cuni.cz! More details on our website ➡️ cuni.cz/UKEN-2349.html

💻 Join us in co-creating the Infoportal, a unique hub of topics and insider tips to help you master life as a nomadic scientist. 🧠🌐 By sharing your invaluable experience, you’ll directly help colleagues who are wrestling with what lies ahead. ⌨️🖱️ ℹ Register: czexpats.org/en/udalost/c...

🎧 What’s it like to live and work as a researcher between Italy and Czechia? In this episode, we talk to Ksenija Fonovic about her experience as a postdoc at @charlesuni.cuni.cz Spotify: lnkd.in/ewQxGvUt Apple: lnkd.in/eR_T7eBQ Recorded at the Hyb4City and co-funded by the EU (Horizon Europe).

Do you know an inspiring professional who would make a great mentor for early-career researchers? Or are you that person? @charlesuni.cuni.cz is looking for mentors – esp. women & experts beyond academia. 📅 Apply by 31 Aug 2025 🔗 cuni.cz/UKEN-2043.html #Mentoring #WomenInScience #Research

✅ Charles University has as the first Czech university successfully defended the HR Excellence in Research Award!  👉 We received the certificate in 2019 and now, we’ve defended it proudly. The journey continues!

48 postdocs submitted their proposals, aiming to be hosted across 14 faculties and units of Charles University. 🌱💡 🟢 10 projects will receive support in this round. 📅 The second call will open in spring 2026! #PostdocOpportunities #MSCA #AcademicCareers #CharlesUniversity

👩🏻‍💻105 postdocs, 12 workshops, and a spring full of new skills! Read more about our spring training: lnkd.in/e5aY8hx2. And what’s next? We’re already preparing the new series, with both proven and new topics. This project is co-funded by the EU under Horizon Europe research and innovation programme.

🤝 We are proud to become part of a global network of universities and research institutions that support the UN's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through education and research.

🎓 At Charles University, we believe that high-quality education starts with those who deliver it.

Do you want to become a star of the scientific sky and shine in one of the oldest international science competitions? Then #FameLab is the perfect competition for you! 🔗 Registration and more information: famelab.cuni.cz/FLEN-52.html

Are you planning to apply for the CHARLESTON programme? Don’t wait until the last minute! 🔹 Your application must include a Letter of Commitment signed by your chosen secondment host. 🔹 Your internal supervisor needs to confirm their supervision. 🔗 More information: cuni.cz/UKEN-2306.html

🔬 Curious about how the public can actively contribute to research? Join our upcoming workshop Citizen Science – the last one in our spring series! 🔗 Registration is required: lnkd.in/etKBHEdU This project is co-funded by the EU under the Horizon Europe research and innovation programme.

📌 May 2025: Postdoctoral Hub News & Events This project is co-funded by the European Union under the Horizon Europe research and innovation programme. #PostdocOpportunities #CharlesUniversity #Postdoc #ResearchCareers #Science #AcademicCareers #CareerDevelopment #PostdoctoralFellows

Are you an experienced professional eager to support the next generation of researchers? Join our Mentoring Programme and share your insights with early-career scientists at #CharlesUniversity. 🔗 Learn more and apply: cuni.cz/UKEN-2043.html. #Mentoring #CallForMentors #MentoringProgramme

Have a promising idea – but not sure how to turn it into a concrete project? Join our workshop Valorize Your Research Idea – Lean Canvas. 🔗 More information and link for registration: lnkd.in/eiBXQBt5 This project is co-funded by the European Union under the Horizon Europe programme.

Thinking about your next steps in research – and what career paths are available to you as a PhD holder? You’re not alone – and you don’t have to figure it out by yourself! Sign up for our workshop: lnkd.in/eiBXQBt5 This project is co-funded by the EU under the Horizon Europe programme.

📚 Dnes slavíme Den vzdělanosti 👑 Právě 7. dubna roku 1348 založil Karel IV. Univerzitu Karlovu – inspirován univerzitami v Paříži, Bologni či Neapoli. Tím položil základy instituce, která se stala symbolem vědění a kritického myšlení ve střední Evropě.

We’re preparing a training series for postdocs and looking for lecturers to lead workshops on the following topics: negotiation, dealing with stress, interdisciplinary thinking/interdisciplinary cooperation, creative/systematic thinking and effective problem solving. Read more at: lnkd.in/e_tehgKk

April is full of training opportunities! Join us for a workshop on Science Communication and discover how to share your research in a clear and engaging way. Registration: cuni.cz/UK-13906.html This project is co-funded by the EU under the Horizon Europe research and innovation programme.

Struggling to keep up with research deadlines while maintaining a work-life balance? Learn how to take control of your time in our Time Management workshop! 🔗 Registration is required: lnkd.in/eiBXQBt5 This project is co-funded by the EU under the Horizon Europe research and innovation programme.

📌 April 2025: Postdoctoral Hub News & Events 🔗Find out more on our website: cuni.cz/UKEN-1436.html This project is co-funded by the European Union under the Horizon Europe research and innovation programme. Any related posts reflect only the views of the project. #Postdoc #CareerDevelopment

In March, we hosted workshops on Open Science, Well-Being, and Research Group Leadership, helping researchers grow their skills & networks. 🔴 More workshops are coming in April! Check the list: cuni.cz/UKEN-2041.html. Co-funded by the EU under HorizonEU. Views expressed are those of the project.

Are you a researcher looking to improve your data management skills? Join our Research Data Management workshop! Registration: cuni.cz/UK-13906.html This project is co-funded by the EU under HorizonEU research and innovation programme. Any related posts reflect only the views of the project.

Join our workshop on Building and Managing Research Groups for Postdocs! 🔗Registration required. More info: cuni.cz/UKEN-2041.html This project is co-funded by the EU under HorizonEU research and innovation programme. Any related posts reflect only the views of the project.

This week, postdocs joined an Open Science workshop led by lecturers from the Central Library of Charles University. The workshop was part of our spring training series. Learn more at cuni.cz/UKEN-2041.html. This project is co-funded by the EU under HorizonEU research and innovation programme.

📌 March 2025: Postdoc News & Events at @charlesuni.cuni.cz 🔗 More information about the Charleston programme: link.cuni.cz/Charleston 🔗 Find all details about workshops and register here: cuni.cz/UKEN-2211.html

📢 Call for Applicants – CHARLESTON (MSCA COFUND) @charlesuni.cuni.cz is opening applications for 10 postdoctoral fellowships! 📌 More details: cuni.cz/UKEN-2185.html. This project is co-funded by the EU under Horizon Europe research and innovation programme. #Postdoc #ResearchFellowship #MSCA

Join Our Open Science Workshop! 🔬 Expand your research impact with Open Science! This workshop will introduce key principles of open access, publishing strategies, and copyright basics, including Creative Commons licensing. More info and registration: cuni.cz/UKEN-2236.html

Looking back at an inspiring Welcome Day for Postdocs! Yesterday, postdocs at CU gathered at Hybernská Campus to explore career growth, support services, and networking. 🌍✨ Huge thanks to all who joined u. See you at the next Welcome Day in autumn 2025! #Postdoc #CareerGrowth #CharlesUniversity

#Prague @charlesuni.cuni.cz #Postdoc #AcademicSky “Foreign Policy Adaptation to the Threat of Foreign Interference in the #EuropeanUnion and #NATO.” ims.fsv.cuni.cz/en/news/post...

Calling All Postdocs at Charles University! 📢 Don’t miss our Welcome Day—your gateway to career development, networking, and university support! 19 February 2025 at 15:00, Kampus Hybernská, A3 🔗 More details: cuni.cz/UKEN-2212.html. #PostdocLife #CharlesUniversity #AcademicSupport #Networking

📢 Call for Evaluators – CHARLESTON (MSCA COFUND) 📅 Deadline: May 31, 2025 🔗 More details: cuni.cz/UKEN-2214.html This project is co-funded by the EU under Horizon Europe research and innovation programme. Any related posts reflect only the views of the project.