Get to know Leiden University

The online module for new employees gives you an overview of the ins and outs of the university. Within this introduction programme you can find everything from practical matters to the organisational structure and core values of the university. There is also a special module for starting managers. Do you want to know more or sign up already? Click on the button below for more information.

Introduction programme new employees

Terms of employment

Leiden University offers its staff an attractive package of benefits. We have listed the most important ones for you here.

Registration and contract

When you first join the university, several arrangements need to be made. On this page, you can read more about your registration in the Service Portal, your ULCN account, and your contract.

Practical issues

Visit this page if you would like to know more about practical issues such as ICT, Self Service, or your online profile page.

International staff

Are you a new international employee? The Service Centre International Staff provides international staff with advice and a variety of services.

Good to know

1. The staff members site is where you’ll find staff information such as IT services and your terms of employment. The site is largely public but a small section is closed to the outside world. Click on the ‘Login’ button at the top right to gain access to this. An added advantage: if you log in, you’ll also see extra information from your faculty or department.
2. You can claim expenses and arrange other personnel matters in Self Service.
3. Your LU-Card gives you access to certain buildings and car parks.
4. Set up your workspace. If you need special furniture or specific equipment, read how to request this here.

A beginner's guide to Dutch academia

Want to know more about Dutch academia? Download the beginner's guide to Dutch academia, an introduction to Dutch research and higher education for researchers and instructors who are unfamiliar with the Dutch academic setting.

University Leiden platforms

Within the university, we use several platforms to arrange personnel and financial administration. Watch the video below to learn more about these systems.