Career and Professional Development

The Office for Postdoctoral Affairs and Early Career Research (OPA) is dedicated to the professional and career development of Postdocs and Associate Research Scientists at Columbia University. We offer one-on-one career counseling and organize a variety of career development programs, including courses, workshops, career panels, employer site visits, and more.

Planning Your Postdoc

Tips to consider before accepting a Postdoc position

Career Development Programming

A guide to all of the career and professional development programs and events that OPA organizes

Career Counseling and Mentoring

OPA offers a wide range of career counseling services for Postdocs and Associate Research Scientists

Job Opportunities

Job boards and resources to find job opportunities

Other Columbia Resources

Career resources available to Postdocs and Associate Research Scientists from other offices at Columbia

External Resources

Career resources available to Postdocs and Associate Research Scientists outside of Columbia

Associate Director, Office for Postdoctoral Affairs and Early Career Research:
Rosa Chavarro
[email protected]

Medical Center Office and Mailing Address:
154 Haven Ave, Suite 313
New York, NY 10032

Contact OPA at:
Email: [email protected]