CORA Coaching Programme

Coaching Women for Research and Academia
About the Programme
As a women researcher who has completed the PhD, you are planning your further career path within academia. You are well aware that career and personal development are essential to professionalism. And you are looking for the right strategy to attain your career goals. You want to consciously plan each phase of your career and reflect on the subject-specific conditions required. The University of Freiburg aims to support you professionally with coaching and training on strategic career planning.
The 6th round of the programme began in October 2024 and will run until May 2026.
The next call for applications is expected to start in spring 2026, with the exact dates to be announced in due time.
Target group
CORA supports excellent women researchers with a completed doctorate, postdocs, junior professors, and research group leaders from all faculties.
Postdocs who are at least one year past their doctorate are particularly encouraged to apply. This phase is crucial for the further development and planning of their academic career.
Intersex, non-binary, transgender, and agender persons are warmly welcome to apply.
Number of participants
Ten annually
Programme content
- One-on-one coaching with a maximum of eight sessions.
- Exclusive training sessions to complement the University’s regular training programme for postdocs.
- Motivation through regular get-togethers of the peer group.
- Development of a network of researchers.
Requirements
- You intend to qualify for a professorship or a leadership position in research and academia.
- You commit to participating in the CORA events.
- You have an existing employment relationship with the university of Freiburg for at least one year from the start of the round.
Applications are submitted via the online form by the participant. The following documents must be included with the submission:
- Curriculum vitae, including details on publications and teaching activities
- Proof of Employment Contract with the university of Freiburg for at least one year from the start of the round
Application
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Call for Applications
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The next call for applications is expected to start in spring 2026