The BIST Mentoring Programme, developed by the Barcelona Institute of Science and Technology, is an eight-month structured initiative designed to support early-career researchers through experienced mentorship. Targeting senior postdocs, group leaders, and other professionals in leadership roles, the programme provides professional training, a structured mentor–mentee matching process, ongoing support, and a formal evaluation. Mentors engage in regular meetings with mentees, while also participating in training sessions and peer networking activities.
Dr. Duarte stated: “I found this programme highly relevant for training myself as a future supervisor, as it builds foundational skills in mentoring, leadership, communication, and reflective practice. By engaging in structured mentorship, I learnt how to provide meaningful career guidance, set goals collaboratively, offer constructive feedback, and model ethical research behavior.“
Program website: https://mentoring.bist.eu/