Welcome resources
OPA is the central resource for postdoctoral training at Northwestern. Learn about our services.
Resources and Support
Postdoctoral fellows have access to a wide network of support to help them make the most of their time at Northwestern. In addition to services offered by the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs, postdocs can take advantage of resources provided by campus partners to help them find community, adjust to life at Northwestern, and maintain their mental, physical and emotional well-being.
Resources
Funding resources
Find and apply to external grants and fellowships that can further their training and professional development.
Family resources
Northwestern provides a broad range of resources to help postdoctoral fellows integrate their personal and professional priorities as they pursue research excellence. See these resources.
Well-being at Northwestern
OPA encourages all postdoctoral fellows to make their mental, physical, and emotional well-being a priority. View key campus resources.
For international postdocs
View a list of available resources to help international postdoctoral fellows transition to life in the United States and navigate work and life at Northwestern.
Postdoctoral association
Learn more about NUPA, an organization by and for postdoctoral fellows at Northwestern that provides resources, facilitates communication, and fosters connections to support the postdoctoral community.
Affinity groups
Affinity groups offer a wide variety of networking, professional development, and social events to their members. See if there’s a group that’s right for you!
Contact us
We're here to help. Find contact information for the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs.