Biological Sciences Division
Office of Postdoctoral AffairsThe Office of Postdoctoral Affairs, housed in the Office of Graduate and Postdoctoral Affairs, provides support and services to all Postdoctoral Scholars and Fellows.
The 2024 Postdoctoral Sympoium. Photos by Julien Guillard.
Postdoctoral Association (PDA)
The mission of the BSD PDA is to serve the Postdoctoral Fellows, Postdoctoral Scholars, Research Associates and Medical Fellows of the University of Chicago by promoting their continued success in the research community and enhancing the quality of the postdoctoral experience for all participants.
Getting involved with the PDA is a great way to meet other postdocs and expand your network, be a voice for UChicago postdocs, and gain leadership and transferable skills that are prized by future employers!
Upcoming Events
2026 International New Year’s Celebration
Thursday, February 19 at 4:00 PM in the GCIS Atrium.
PDA Seminar Series: Faculty Job Interview Preparation
Wednesday, February 11 at 3:30 PM in J-103.
PDA Seminar Series: Land Your First Job
Thursday, January 29 and Friday, January 30 from 10 AM – 12 PM over Zoom.
PDA Seminar Series: RCR/Ethics Seminar: Data Management Plans
Wednesday, January 14 at 3:30 PM in J-103, Medical Center. Presented by the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs.
Weekly Postdoc Newsletter
The Office of Postdoctoral Affairs sends out newsletters on Mondays and Fridays!