Welcome, Prospective Postdocs!
The Philadelphia Postdoc Preview event is a collaborative effort to raise awareness about the numerous postdoctoral training opportunities at 8 research institutions across Philadelphia including The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, The Drexel University College of Medicine, Fox Chase Cancer Center - Temple Health, Lewis Katz School of Medicine - Temple Health , Monell Chemical Senses Center, Thomas Jefferson University, University of Pennsylvania Biomedical Postdoctoral Programs, and The Wistar Institute.
The next Philadelphia Postdoc Preview will be held on Tuesday February 11, 2025. During the Preview, participants will learn about:
The next Philadelphia Postdoc Preview will be held on Tuesday February 11, 2025. During the Preview, participants will learn about:
- Postdoctoral training programs at participating research institutions:
- What to consider when choosing where to train
- How to apply to a postdoc
- What it is like to live and work in Philadelphia
About Philadelphia Postdoc Preview Event
The goal of the Preview event is to raise awareness of the robust training opportunities in the Philadelphia area. Whether you are interested in studying basic, translational, or clinical research in human or model systems, Philadelphia has lots of options for those interested in expanding their research expertise, developing professional skills needed in today’s job market, and growing a network of engaged and successful colleagues.
Want more? Read about The Preview's efforts in our recent publication, Multi-Institutional Postdoc Recruitment – Lessons Learned from Philadelphia Postdoc Preview in Volume 22, Issue 1 of the POSTDOCket (scroll down to the fifth article!).
Want more? Read about The Preview's efforts in our recent publication, Multi-Institutional Postdoc Recruitment – Lessons Learned from Philadelphia Postdoc Preview in Volume 22, Issue 1 of the POSTDOCket (scroll down to the fifth article!).
Target Audience
The target audience for the Preview event includes senior Ph.D. students (who have passed their qualifying exam or are post-candidacy by the time of the event), recent Ph.D. graduates, or early-career postdoc scholars in science, technology, engineering, math, and medical fields. Postdoctoral opportunities at the participating institutions include basic, translational, and clinical research. Information on clinical residencies and fellowships will NOT be presented.
There is no citizenship requirement to register. We are seeking domestic and international candidates alike!
There is no citizenship requirement to register. We are seeking domestic and international candidates alike!
Register for Philadelphia Postdoc Preview
To register for Philadelphia Postdoc Preview event, complete the online registration form. In the form, you will be asked to provide basic information about yourself and your research interests, a CV/resume, and a description of your goals for attending the event.
The form deadline is Monday February 10 at 11:59 PM Eastern Standard Time. If you have any questions, please email us at [email protected] |
Accommodations
Closed captioning will be available during the 1-day virtual event. The registration form provides a space for you to list any needed accommodations. Note: we may contact you for further information in order to meet your needs. If you have any questions or would like to speak to us directly, please email us at [email protected].