RUB Research School

Welcome to RUB Research School

RUB's Institution for Doctoral and Postdoctoral Researchers

RUB Research School is the campus-wide institution of all faculties for the promotion of doctoral and postdoctoral researchers of Ruhr-Universität Bochum. We offer complementary qualification beyond disciplinary borders, dedicated consulting, and a unique Research Around the World internationalization program. With this, we supplement the offers of our 21 faculties so that RUB's 4.000+ early researchers can benefit from an extensive range of support and services preparing them in the best possible way for a career in academia and beyond.

Learn more about our institution on our websites or join our Welcome Hour!


Science College 2025: Registration now open!

The event on 10 July will address current issues and discussions about changing or redefined responsibilities of researchers.

Join the event on 30 June and register now!

Discuss the impact of international research visibility on your academic career with experienced researchers and your peers.

Information about the career system in research

We also highly recommend researchers who would like to apply for our Gateway Fellowship to participate.

Have you noticed our new Postdoc Newsletter?

To make sure you don't miss any issues, join our Postdoc Network by providing your contact information.

Gateway Fellowship: Apply by 31 August!

Start your postdoc career at an institution of your choice! We provide funding for research stays abroad for up to 9 months.

Project International (PR.INT) Conference

Would you like to participate in an international conference and give a talk or present a poster? Then do it with our new funding line!

Join the upcoming virtual info sessions!

Our own funding lines are tailored to your specific needs and they are open for all research areas. Ongoing application deadlines.

Call open for International Realization Budget

Personal grant for realizing an individual long-term internationalization concept throughout your whole doctorate.

Workshop Programme September - December 2025

Register for 27 new workshops online, in person and as mixed courses. Free of charge & open to all doctoral researchers at RUB.

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