Charles University Mentoring Programme for Young Researchers

CALL FOR MENTORS IS NOW CLOSED

Charles University is pleased to announce the launch of its Mentoring Programme for young researchers and invite experienced professionals to join the programme as mentors.

download the Call in PDF.

The aim of the Mentoring Programme is to support the career development of young researchers through the sharing of informal practices and expert knowledge with more senior colleagues.

UPDATE: For future mentors we would now appreciate especially female candidates and candidates from non-academic sector.

The Mentoring Programme focuses on:

1. Providing tools for the smooth career development of young researchers. It helps to effectively overcome obstacles and resolve career path dilemmas.

2. Supporting equal opportunities and promoting cultural and institutional changes at Charles University, with an emphasis on supporting women in science and research.

Mentees in this programme are Ph.D. holders with a maximum of eight years of experience post-Ph.D. and are currently Charles University employees.

Expected Benefits of the Mentoring Programme:

• For mentees: Help in identifying and achieving career goals, access to new networks and information, and better work-life balance.

• For mentors: Improvement of mentoring skills, adoption of a supportive culture in working with young scientists and gaining new communication and leadership skills.

• For Charles University: Supporting women in science and research, introducing new career development practices for young scientists, and reducing gender segregation in mid- and high-level university management positions.

Requirements for Mentors:

• Experience: Experienced researchers with at least eight years of experience in science and research after obtaining their Ph.D. Mentors can come from academic institutions (both domestic and international) or non-academic environments (companies, government institutions, non-profit organizations, etc.).

• Minimal Professional Distance: The mentor must not be an employee of the same department or institute as the mentee to ensure independence and objectivity of advice.

• Time Commitment: It is expected that there will be at least five meetings between the mentee and mentor over the course of one year.

• Pro bono: The Mentoring Program for young researchers at Charles University does not provide financial compensation for the time spent as a mentor. Participation in the program is on a voluntary basis.

Why Become a Mentor?

• Positive Impact: The opportunity to share your knowledge and experience to support young scientists in their careers.

• Networking: Expand your professional network and gain new contacts.

• Personal Development: Develop mentoring skills and gain new perspectives.

Time schedule:

How to Apply:

If you meet the experience requirements and are interested in becoming a mentor, please fill out the application form here: https://forms.office.com/e/tq7Ly7zvzr

Application Deadline: Oct. 20th 2024

For questions, please contact Eva Janů at with the subject line "Call for mentors."

We look forward to your participation and contribution to the success of this programme and the development of our young researchers!