National Postdoctoral Association
The National Postdoctoral Association (NPA) is a member-driven, 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that provides a unique, national voice for postdoctoral scholars. Since 2003, we have taken on the ambitious agenda to enhance the quality of the postdoctoral experience in the United States. We have assumed a leadership role in addressing the many issues confronting the postdoctoral community that are national in scope and requiring action beyond the local level.
Headquartered in Bethesda, MD, the NPA meets its agenda through advocacy, resource development and community-building.
Social Sciences & Humanities Postdocs Special Interest Summit: Panel 3
Social Sciences & Humanities Postdocs Special Interest Summit: Panel 1
Social Sciences & Humanities Postdocs Special Interest Summit: Panel 4
Social Sciences & Humanities Postdocs Special Interest Summit: Panel 2
2025 National Postdoc Appreciation Week Kickoff Event
Accessibility & Inclusion Equity Summit: Panel 4
Accessibility & Inclusion Equity Summit: Panel 3
Accessibility & Inclusion Equity Summit: Panel 2
Accessibility & Inclusion Equity Summit: Panel 1
Connect with Postdocs During the NPA Annual Conference
Curious About Attending the NPA Annual Conference?
Get Involved With the NPA
Testimonies of International & Minority Postdoctoral Researchers at U.S. Universities
Testimonies of International & Minority Postdoctoral Researchers at U.S. Universities
Testimonies of International & Minority Postdoctoral Researchers at U.S. Universities
Testimonies of International & Minority Postdoctoral Researchers at U.S. Universities
Testimonies of International & Minority Postdoctoral Researchers at U.S. Universities
What's A Postdoc? Meet Natalia Malina, Ph.D.
What's A Postdoc? Meet Luna Hiron, Ph.D.
What's A Postdoc? Meet Nuria Gutierrez, Ph.D.
What's A Postdoc? Meet Selina Bruckner, Ph.D.
What's A Postdoc? Meet Beatriz Baselga Cervera, Ph.D.
International Equity Summit Panel 4: Addressing International Postdocs’ Challenges
International Equity Summit Panel 3: Intersections: International Postdocs and DEIB in America
International Equity Summit Panel 2: Difficulties of Health & Wellness for International Postdocs
International Equity Summit Panel 1: Welcome & Intro; Keynote Remarks and Q&A
2023 NPAW Kickoff Event
IMPACT Fellowship Program: Societal Impact
IMPACT Fellowship Program: Project Development