Introductory meeting
Welcome to Leiden University. Perhaps you already know that the university has 7 faculties and that you can end up in the city of Leiden or The Hague? And do you know that our university is the oldest of the Netherlands and what the motto Praesidium Libertatis means?
For all new staff
The introduction program consists of an introductory meeting with other new colleagues and an online onboarding module that you can complete at your own pace.
During this online introductory meeting for new employees we would like to welcome you to the university. You will find out more about the history of the university, the organisation and the long-term strategy. You will receive information about practical aspects and HR-related subjects. Finally, a colleague tells more about their research or teaching.
New staff
Introductory meeting new staff
Every month there is an online introductory meeting. During the session, colleagues from a faculty and/or expertise center will share more information about the university. The introduction will be held alternately in English and Dutch. Register through the link below or via BAS InSite.
Dates
| Date | Time | Language |
|---|---|---|
| Monday 11 May 2026 | 9.30-11.00 | NL |
| Tuesday 9 June 2026 | 9.30-11.00 | NL |
| Friday 10 July 2026 | 9.30-11.00 | ENG |
| Wednesday 9 September 2026 | 9.30-11.00 | NL |
| Monday 12 October 2026 | 9.30-11.00 | ENG |
| Tuesday 10 November 2026 | 9.30-11.00 | NL |
| Wednesday 9 December 2026 | 9.30-11.00 | NL |
| Monday 11 January 2027 | 9.30-11.00 | ENG |
| Monday 8 February 2027 | 9.30-11.00 | NL |
| Tuesday 9 March 2027 | 9.30-11.00 | NL |
| Wednesday 7 April 2027 | 9.30-11.00 | ENG |
| Thursday 13 May 2027 | 9.30-11.00 | NL |
| Friday 11 June 2027 | 9.30-11.00 | NL |
| Monday 12 July 2027 | 9.30-11.00 | ENG |
Online onboarding module new staff
Can't wait to learn more about the university? Feel free to take a look at the online onboarding module. You can go through this module at your own pace, whenever it suits you.
Extra: managers
Introductory meeting managers
Have you been appointed to a managerial position, either internally or from outside Leiden University? Then it's especially valuable to become familiar with the leadership competency model and to gain insight into the support available to help you carry out your managerial responsibilities effectively. All of this will be covered during the (in-person) introductory meeting, where you'll also have the opportunity to meet other new managers.
Dates
- Tuesday 27 January 2026 from 13:30 till 15:30 hrs (Dutch)
- Tuesday 26 May 2026 from 13:30 till 15:30 hrs (English)
- Tuesday 15 September 2026 from 13:30 till 15:30 hrs (Dutch)
Online onboarding module for managers
In the online onboarding module for managers, you'll find practical information that is important for every new manager. You can go through this module at your own pace, whenever it suits you.
Extra: PhD candidates
Online introductory module
The online introductory module ('Inform') gives detailed information about the university, the steps in the PhD track and the range of provisions and facilities offered. You can start the module at any time, pause it or watch it again. All PhD candidates are required to go through this module.
Get to know the faculty and join us on 11 June
Did you start at the Faculty of Science after 1 January 2026? If so, you are warmly invited to Get to know your faculty – an inspiring and informal afternoon to get to know the faculty and your colleagues better.
During this session, you will gain a clear overview of how the faculty is organised, the developments currently taking place and where to find the various departments and institutes. There will also be plenty of opportunity to meet other new colleagues and start building your network.
Practical information
| Date | Thursday 11 June |
| Time | 14:00 - 17:00 hr |
| Location | Gorlaeus Building |
Programme
The programme is as follows:
| 14:00 – 14:15 | Welcome & introduction |
| 14:15 – 14:45 | The faculty: organisation & ambitions |
| 14:45 – 15:30 | Tour |
| 15:30 – 16:15 | Getting to know each other |
| 16:15 – 17:00 | Drinks at De Fusie |
The programme will be largely in English. The tour of the Gorlaeus Building will be available in both Dutch and English.
We look forward to meeting you! If you have any questions, please email: events@science.leidenuniv.nl.