Conflicts may arise as a consequence of the scientific work that is carried out, or whilst collaborating with superiors, colleagues or staff members. The contact persons listed below can support and help you find constructive solutions to your disagreements.
The university’s ombudsperson for research lends additional support to individuals who report a potential case of academic misconduct. They also advise individuals who find themselves under suspicion of academic misconduct.
Ombudsperson for research
Professor Bernhard Schink
Room: M 905
Office hours: by appointment
Phone: +49 7531 88 -2140
- Our ombudsperson for research
- provides advice, mediation services and support to all researchers and scientists working at the University of Konstanz,
- advises (anonymously, if required) on questions of good scientific practice, potential violations as well as related conflicts,
- supports individuals who have reported a potential case of academic misconduct (whistleblowers) and may therefore be subject to sanctions by other institutions,
- is your point of contact, if you are being suspected of academic misconduct.