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Mission
The Office of Postdoctoral Affairs (OPDA) was established in spring 2003 and is based in the Graduate School. The mission of the OPDA is to ensure successful training experiences for postdoctoral fellows by providing a supportive working environment and resources to prepare them for the next step in their careers.
The Postdoctoral Community at the University of Minnesota
During 2007-2008, the University will host a postdoctoral community of 1,100 individuals representing nearly 120
departments and programs in 14 colleges and professional schools on the University’s Twin Cities and Duluth
campuses. The postdoctoral community consists of postdoctoral fellows and associates and research associates.
General Office Functions
Administer the University of Minnesota Postdoctoral Fellowship Program. For details see http://www.grad.umn.edu/postdocfellowship
• Provide postdoctoral fellows with career development tools to increase their competitiveness in the job market.
• Provide individual counseling on personal and professional matters.
• Ensure fair employment conditions.
• Enhance the quality of training of postdoctoral fellows.
• Provide guidance to new fellows regarding campus facilities and services.
• Collaborate closely with the Postdoctoral Association to identify and address issues pertinent to the postdoctoral experience.
Professional Development Workshops
Each year the OPDA offers a variety of workshops intended to enhance the professional development of members of the postdoctoral community. Below is a list of topics that have been offered. To view a list of current workshop offerings with descriptions, dates and times, go to http://www.grad.umn.edu/career/workshops/default.asp?list=postdoc
Active Learning Using PowerPoint
Balancing Work and Life
Building a Successful Publication Record
Communicating Effectively with the Faculty Mentor
CV/Résumé Building for Academia and Industry
Diverse Career Choices in Academia
Diverse Career Choices in Industry
Effective Interview Skills for Jobs in Academia
Effective Interview Skills for Jobs in Industry
Finding an Institutional Fit in Academia
Landing a Job in Academia
Landing a Job in Industry
Managing Classroom Dynamics and Conflict
Negotiating a Job Offer
Networking Skills for Postdocs
NSF Funding for Early-Career Researchers
Resolving Conflict While Building Relationships
Searching On-line Databases for Funding Sources
Successful Job Hunting Begins on Day One
Tips for a Successful Information Interview
Writing a Compelling NIH Budget Proposal
Writing Fundable Grant Proposals
Contact information
Noro Andriamanalina, Ph.D.
Director of Academic and Professional Development
612-626-4546
Char Voight, Ph.D.
Assistant to the Dean
612-624-9647
331 Johnston Hall
101 Pleasant St. SE
Minneapolis, MN 55455
postdoc@umn.edu
Fax: 612-625-6002
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