Onboarding
Explore Ghent University's onboarding guide for postdoctoral researchers. Find practical steps, resources, and support to ensure a smooth transition and successful start to your postdoc journey.
Starting a Postdoc at Ghent University
Are you eager to contribute to pioneering research and top-level education? Join Ghent University — a vibrant community of over 15,000 staff members — and help shape a brighter future.
Working at Ghent University
Explore what it means to work here: from attractive benefits to practical arrival tips and integration support.
Finding a Postdoc Opportunity
Postdoctoral candidates are encouraged to reach out directly to a member of the senior academic staff to discuss potential opportunities within their research group. A great way to start is by exploring Research Explorer, which provides an overview of Ghent University's researchers, projects, departments, faculties, research units, publications, and research infrastructure.
Funding Your Postdoc
You can either apply for personal funding or pursue a funded vacancy.
Visit our Funding Page for detailed guidance. A comprehensive overview of postdoctoral funding opportunities is also available through the Ghent University Research Portal.
Alternatively, you may apply for an open postdoctoral vacancy — these are fully funded positions within projects awarded to a senior academic host. Applications can be submitted following the procedures outlined on our job site.
Onboarding Journey for Postdocs
We are currently developing a dedicated onboarding journey for postdocs — an online course designed to guide you through everything you need to know for a successful postdoctoral experience at Ghent University.
Planned launch: 2026–2027
Stay tuned for updates!
International Staff Office
The International Staff Office (ISO) supports international staff with single permit applications, onboarding, work-related mobility abroad, and practical advice.
Are you an international staff member, or are you hosting one? The ISO is here to help. You can contact us through the following email addresses:
- singleresidencepermit@ugent.be: general incoming mobility inquiries
- odis@ugent.be: questions regarding the Single Permit
- welcome.hr@ugent.be: onboarding and integration
- international.employment@ugent.be: international outgoing mobility
Housing facilities
To learn more about accommodation options, please visit the page Housing for international guests, staff members and internship students.
Community building
Read more about the inclusive community by and for all postdocs at Ghent University.