How to Locate and Secure a Postdoctoral Research Scholar Position

John Boothroyd, Senior Associate Dean for Research and Training
Sunita Jones, Postdoctoral Research Scholar, Urology

In this two-hour session we examine the nuances of identifying opportunities and embarking on a training experience as a postdoctoral research scholar, including information about:

  • eligibility requirements for securing postdoc positions

  • how positions are developed and posted

  • typical duration and nature of the learning experience

  • roles of the Primary Investigator and Protege in building relationships

  • funding opportunities available for fellowships and stipends

  • research, teaching, and presentation expectations

  • career opportunities of past and present postdocs

  • future trends for NIH and other funded postdocs

Restricted to faculty, staff, and students affiliated with Stanford University. No registration required.