Here you will find events, information and offers relevant to intermediate staff.
October 10, 2025
09:00 − 14:00
Hauptgebäude, Hochschulstrasse 6, 3012 Bern
Mental Health
On 10 October 2025, the University of Bern will host World Mental Health Day for the second time. Launched by the World Federation for Mental Health (WFMH) and supported by the World Health Organisation (WHO), this international day of action focuses on mental health around the world. It aims to raise awareness, share knowledge about mental illness and promote solidarity with those affected and their families. Translated with DeepL.com (free version)
September 24, 2025
until December 11, 2025
17:30 − 17:30
Universitätsbibliotheken Bern
University Library of Bern UB
The Science Roundtable is a series of thought-provoking forums, bringing together scientists from diverse disciplines at the University of Bern to explore overarching themes in science. Each forum features concise expert inputs, followed by engaging discussions.
October 16, 2025
until November 20, 2025
Kiklifit
Research in the field of chronic diseases often also means emotional strain, chronic stress and inner exhaustion. This interdisciplinary workshop with exciting speakers offers space for reflection, self-care and collegial exchange – in a protected, personal setting.
January 28, 2026
until January 29, 2026
09:00 − 17:00
Networking
Supervising doctoral students is an exciting and responsible task with a wide range of challenges, and one of the key determinants of a successful doctorate. The two-day block course ‘Training for PhD Supervisors’ focuses on the goals, challenges and content of good supervision of doctoral students.
Doctoral Degree
The Berrow Foundation Scholarships enable up to five Swiss students to undertake a fully funded Master's or Doctoral degree at Lincoln College, University of Oxford – including tuition fees and living expenses. Application deadline: 15 October 2025 Photo © Lincoln College, Oxford by Christine Matthews
September 17, 2025
until December 17, 2025
18:15 − 19:45
Not a Joke
‘Not a joke’ is the name of the interdisciplinary lecture series offered by the Collegium generale in HS25: The interdisciplinary lecture series on humour aims to explore various perspectives and aspects of humour: from comedies, carnivals and caricatures to satire and freedom of expression. The entire programme can be found in the KSL under 505945 and here.
November 18, 2025
09:15 − 15:00
University Library of Bern
This one-day event includes a short lecture on the basic concepts of data management and data protection, as well as interactive workshops presenting various strategies and tools for protecting research data.
Childcare Services by KIHOB
KIHOB (Stiftung Kinderbetreuung im Hochschulraum Bern, Foundation for Childcare in the Bern University Area) offers flexible childcare for members of the University of Bern with customisable options per semester. There are specific services available, for example for evening sessions, conferences and short-term childcare at home. Thus, KIHOB helps to improve the work-life balance for parents.
Academic Career Planning
Would you like to boost your employability and the effectiveness of your research? The Vice-Rectorate for International and Academic Careers offers the ‘Transferable Skills’ course programme free of charge. You will receive individual feedback from experts, learn intensively in small groups and network with others across disciplines.
Academic Careers Department
Are you a postdoc in need of support with the application process? The Academic Careers Department has new offers. Find out more now.
