Validity of ZIM Accounts
The following deadlines for the validity of user accounts of the ZIM apply:
| group of people | validity | extension options |
|---|---|---|
| employees, incl. SHK, WHK, WMA, as well as lecturers | until expiration of contract | only scientists: 2x for 6 months independently via token method |
| employees of cooperating partners according to §3, paragraph 1, sentence 4 of the VBO of the ZIM, if they partake in work-related tasks at the university | until expiration of contract | not possible |
| emeritus or retired professors | lifelong with yearly confirmation | yearly via Token method |
| professors on freelance basis, private professors, supernumerary professors | 3 years | upon request via dean's office |
| other people according to §3, paragraph 1, sentence 5 of the VBO of the ZIM, if they partake in work-related tasks at the university | 3 months | on request |
The following applies to student accounts: After the exmatriculation has taken place the accounts will be deactivated without prior warning.
* Students may use their mailbox for 3 months after exmatriculation.
The following applies to all other accounts:
The account holder will be notified via e-mail four weeks before the planned deactivation of the account.
If the account is to remain active beyond the end of the employment relationship or the regular account term, a request for access to ZIM services must be submitted and justified by a manager, supervisor or host person via the online account request form
The application must contain the following information
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the reason for the extension,
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the desired duration of the extension,
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confirmed assumption of costs (if required).
Here you will find the online account application for access to ZIM services, which you can use to apply for an extension.
Important notes:
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The application may only be submitted by the supervisor (for employees) or the host (for guests).
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The application must be renewed annually.
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An extension can be applied for after receiving the deactivation notification at the earliest, i.e. four weeks before the end of the employment.
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Premature applications cannot be considered.
