OPA Program

Tuesday, May 19, 12:00pm-1:20pm, LKSC

Are you curious about a career as a teaching professor? Have you ever wondered about faculty life at a community college?

Join us for a panel discussion and Q&A with three senior faculty in the California Community College system: De Anza College, Foothill College, West Valley. They will provide a window into faculty life, give an overview of what they look for in hiring and promotion, and share the rewards and challenges of dedicating your career to teaching in higher education. 

Wednesday, May 27, 9:00am-11:00am, Edwards Courtyard

The Office of Postdoctoral Affairs (OPA) is hosting a coffee cart, plus Golden Gate Mini Donuts for all postdocs!

Sign up and stop by for some coffee and mini donuts on us!

Monday, May 18, 12:00pm-1:00pm, On Campus 

This interactive workshop will help participants build practical skills for navigating mentorship relationships that involve disability, accommodation needs, and performance considerations. 

Monday, June 8 & Wednesday, June 10, 2026, 9:00am-12:30pm

** Must be able to attend both sessions.**  If selected for the workshop, you will be notified of the location.

Your postdoc training is more than just research! Apply design thinking to the wicked problem of a comprehensive postdoctoral training plan and make a bold plan that amplifies your interests and values as you transition to your career of choice. The work we do together will support new perspectives, identify mentoring needs, and ensure that your individual development plan is thoughtful and balanced.

Note: there is approximately an hour of required prework for this session. You will receive details for the prework upon registration.

Your postdoc training is more than just research! Apply design thinking to the wicked problem of a comprehensive postdoctoral training plan and make a bold plan that amplifies your interests and values as you transition to your career of choice. The work we do together will support new perspectives, identify mentoring needs, and ensure that your individual development plan is thoughtful and balanced.

Note: there is approximately an hour of required prework for this session. You will receive details for the prework upon registration.

Tuesday, May 12, 12:00pm-1:20pm, LKSC 

Are you planning to prepare a syllabus for an upcoming course or for the academic job search? 

The ability to create an effective course plan and syllabus is critical to the success of courses we teach and in future academic positions. Join us for an interactive workshop that will prepare you for developing or revising a course to be taught at or beyond Stanford. 

By the end of the workshop, you will be able to:

Thursday, April 23, 2:00pm-4:00pm, LKSC Herb Garden 

The Office of Postdoctoral Affairs (OPA) is hosting a Spring treat get together for all postdocs!

Sign up and stop by for some Spring treats on us! 

During this event, Stanford Transportation will also be available to talk to you about events and resources currently available to Stanford postdocs -- so stop by to learn more!

Tuesday, May 26, 12:00pm-1:20pm, LKSC

Giving a successful job talk requires more than simply knowing your topic inside and out. In this interactive session, you’ll learn strategies for structuring your talk, accommodating diverse audiences so they see the value of your research, and enhancing your delivery so that your talk is clear, engaging and memorable. You’ll see a few example approaches from successful job talks, so you can consider how to apply them to your own.

Tuesday, May 5, 12:00pm-1:20pm, LKSC

Are you going on the faculty job market next fall? Now that universities are no longer asking for a Diversity Statement, you need to rethink your strategy for demonstrating who you are and what you care about. 

This workshop will walk you through how to incorporate your story and your values into every aspect of your faculty job application materials.