[HIGHLIGHTS] As a rule, jobs for scientists should only be limited to four years

The law has regulated fixed-term contracts at universities since 2007. The new rules will allow researchers to work for up to four years.

The aim is to make it easier for researchers to get a job after completing their studies. The rules will also allow for the creation of new jobs for people who want to work in the field of science and technology. The law is expected to be implemented by the end of the year. The first phase of the new rules is to be agreed with the German government.