Resources

Research 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.

UGA Resources

UGA Policies and Procedures
Info and Quick Links for UGA Faculty and Staff
UGA Human Resources
UGA Equal Opportunity Office – Ombudspersons The University of Georgia Ombudspersons are designated individuals who serve as independent, neutral, and informal resources for UGA students, faculty, and staff. Rather than serving as advocates for individual members of the University community, these individuals are advocates for fairness, and they function as a source of information and referral. Steve Gibson serves as the ombudsperson for staff employees, which includes postdocs.

National Postdoctoral Association

The University of Georgia is a Sustaining Member of the National Postdoctoral Association.
As a Sustaining Member, UGA’s postdocs are eligible for free Affiliate Memberships. Click here for steps to sign up for your Affiliate Membership.
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.

Relocation Resources for International Scholars

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.