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Support Topics

Select any topic below to learn more about policies, guidelines, and resources related to postdocs at Penn.

Appointment & Resignation

Provides guidance on the appointment and resignation policies for postdoctoral trainee appointments.

Benefits for NRSA Fellows

Specific information regarding stipends and benefits for NRSA Fellows.

Benefits for Postdoc Researchers & Fellows

Summary information related to benefits for postdoctoral researchers and fellows.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Summary information related to diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and resources for postdocs.

International Postdocs

Provides information for/about prospective international postdocs.

Leave and Family

Provides information and policy guidelines on leaves available to Postdocs.

Mentoring

Mentoring resources for postdocs and faculty mentors.

Obligations & Responsibilities

Provides guidance on the obligations and responsibilities of postdocs and faculty mentors while at Penn.

Onboarding

Includes guidance on postdoctoral onboarding at Penn.

Postdoc Administration

Information and resources for administrators supporting the management of postdoc positions and appointments.

Professional Development

Summary information related to professional development opportunities for postdocs.

Provost’s Postdoctoral Fellowship

Frequently Asked Questions regarding the Provost’s Postdoctoral Fellowship.

Research Support

Summary information related to research support and resources for postdocs.

Safety & Wellbeing

Summary information related to safety and wellbeing programs and resources at Penn.

Salaries & Taxes

Summary information related to salary and stipend thresholds and tax obligations for postdocs.

Training & Compliance

Includes guidance on training, research, and compliance for postdocs at Penn.