Office for Postdoctoral Affairs and Early Career Research

Describes each type of postdoctoral position at Columbia by title

For up to date, in-depth information on all policies, procedures, and offerings for Columbia Postdocs and Associate Research Scientists 

Quick answers to most frequently-asked questions

View the career development events and services offered to Postdocs and Associate Research Scientists

Focuses on multiple areas of wellness, such as social, physical, emotional, and occupational wellness, among others, for Postdocs and Associate Research Scientists

Both career-focused and wellness-focused recorded workshops

Housing and Benefit options and resources available to Columbia Postdocs and Associate Research Scientists

Provides financial assistance with a temporary hardship due to unexpected circumstances

OPA’s Postdoctoral Travel Grants provide supplemental awards to help defray the cost of travel to professional conferences

Forms and letters regarding Postdocs at Columbia

Need to know information for new Postdocs at Columbia

Get connected and involved with our Postdoc Groups

Interviews featuring our Postdoc Alumni 

Helpful information for Principal Investigators (faculty) and Administrators

Helpful information about selected University policies, and links to resources and services for the research community

Columbia resources that can help Postdocs and Associate Research Scientists with grant writing and finding funding

Guides and resources to staying compliant while conducting research

Helpful resources for postdocs interested in teaching