Categories & benefits
Learn about the four types of postdoctoral appointments at Northwestern and their associated benefits and codes.
For Administrators
Department administrators are a crucial source of support for postdoctoral fellows at Northwestern University. They play an integral role in the appointment process, advise postdocs on policies and procedures, and serve as a vital line of communication with others in the department and beyond.
The Office of Postdoctoral Affairs is here to support administrators as they work with postdoctoral fellows. This section contains important information about policies and procedures around postdoctoral appointments at Northwestern.
For any additional questions or to troubleshoot any issues, please reach out to postdocs@northwestern.edu.
Hiring
How to post an open position
Learn the requirements for posting an open postdoctoral position at Northwestern.
Appointment process
Familiarize yourself with the onboarding process for postdoctoral fellows at Northwestern.
Compensation
Explore compensation, to which all postdoctoral fellows at Northwestern are entitled for their work and research.
Starting April 26, 2024, the minimum salary for new or reappointed postdoctoral scholars at Northwestern will rise to $61,008, the minimum postdoctoral salary set by the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Learn more about the update here.
Working with fellows
Onboarding postdocs
Learn about the onboarding process for postdoctoral fellows at Northwestern.
Policies
View policies about postdoctoral appointments and training at Northwestern University.