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Researching and Teaching in Mannheim

Are you interested in visiting the School of Social Sciences for teaching or research purposes? Do not hesitate to contact us!

General information

Research at the School

Learn more about the world-leading research activities at the School of Social Sciences.

Welcome Center

The university helps you sort out any organizational matters concerning your stay – from your residence permit to your accommodation.

Job Vacancies

Are you looking for a job? See all open positions here:

Erasmus+ Staff Mobility

It is possible to come to Mannheim in the context of the Erasmus+ Staff Mobility program.


Contact and support

  • School of Social Sciences

    Marika Heinz

    Marika Heinz (she/her)

    Managing Director
    on parental leave from 22 March 2026
    University of Mannheim
    School of Social Sciences
    A 5, 6
    A5,6 Building A – Room A410
    68159 Mannheim
    Portrait of Janina Heker. She is wearing a dark blazer and a white blouse.

    Janina Heker, M.A. (she/her)

    Internationalization
    University of Mannheim
    School of Social Sciences
    A 5, 6
    Building A – Room A 414
    68159 Mannheim
    Consultation hour(s):
    Online consultation: https://www.sowi.uni-mannheim.de/en/consultation/international/
    Office hours:
    Please contact me via email.
  • Welcome Center

    Dr. Johanna Fernández Castro

    Dr. Johanna Fernández Castro (she/her)

    Team Lead Welcome Center & Advisor for International Academics
    University of Mannheim
    Divsion II – Student Affairs
    International Office / Welcome Center
    L 2, 2–4 – Room 117
    68161 Mannheim
    Consultation hour(s):
    by appointment only
    Office hours:
    Working from home Mon and Wed