Resources

The postdoctoral research scholar conducts research under the general oversight of a faculty mentor in preparation for a career position in academe, industry, government, or the nonprofit sector. Postdoctoral research work provides essential training that may include opportunities to enhance teaching and other professional skills.

  • The University of Georgia is an Organizational Member of the National Postdoctoral Association.
  • As an Organizational Member, UGA’s postdocs are eligible for free Affiliate Memberships. Click here for steps to sign up for your Affiliate Membership and Click here to register.
  • NPA Career Center – Postdocs can search and receive alerts every time a job becomes available that matches their personal profile, skills, interests, and preferred location(s). Organizations can post jobs and recruit the most qualified candidates, search the resume database, and email jobs directly to job seekers.
  • Make sure to also see the “Get Settled at UGA” section under the Coming to UGA tab.
  • Resources for items such as banking, getting a Georgia Driver’s license, English language resources, an off-campus housing guide, important UGA phone numbers, social security cards, transportation around Athens and more.