ECR supervisors
In this section, supervisors can find information and resources for their work with early career researchers.
Events for supervisors
Resources for supervisors
Supervision: Doctoral candidates
Principles of Good Doctoral Supervision at TU Dortmund University
The principles of effective doctoral supervision are based on the DFG’s “Principles of Effective Career Support in Science” and complement the guidelines on “Good Research Practice.”
Supervision Agreement
Supervision agreement for doctoral candidates at TU Dortmund University.
Doctoral regulations
The TU Dortmund University Doctoral Regulations, as currently in effect (2024). Please note that each department has its own regulations, based on the university-wide framework.
Funding program for the establishment of positions for doctoral candidates with disabilities
Professors who wish to establish a doctoral position for a graduate with severe disabilities/chronic conditions can apply for funding from TU Dortmund University.
Supervision: Postdocs
Guidelines for Supporting Postdoctoral Researchers During the Orientation and Establishment Phase
This document is currently only available in German.
Agreement on Support for Postdoctoral Researchers in the Orientation and Establishment PhasePrinciples for Supporting Postdoctoral Researchers in the Orientation and Establishment Phase
This document is currently only available in German.
Sample discussion guide for regular meetings between supervisors and postdoctoral researchers
This document is currently only available in German.
Sample Discussion Guide for Annual Reviews Between Supervisors and Postdoctoral Researchers
This document is currently only available in German.
Recommendations for incorporating ECRs into grant applications
This document is currently only available in German.
Guidelines for citing ECR in publications
This document is currently only available in German.
Concept: Career paths after the doctorate