You should use the time until the visa is issued and he or she enters Germany to prepare the first steps of your new team member in Braunschweig:
- Appoint a contact person at your institute who will establish contact with the new international team member and who will also closely supervise the onboarding process in the further course.
- Find out whether your new team member needs support, for example, in finding accommodation or with other issues. The scientist still has a lot to do before his or her arrival. An overview of all the preparatory steps on the part of the researcher can be found here: Preparing Your Stay
- Prepare a workplace and IT access in good time.
- Welcome the newcomer on his/her first day and keep in mind that many things may be different in the country of origin of your new team member and that many questions may arise. Support him/her as best you can and also feel free to refer to the Welcome Support for International Researchers. Of course, you can also contact us at any time if you have any questions.
- In Addition, you can provide the newcomer with a buddy from your institute who will accompany the first steps in Braunschweig and provide support where help is needed.
