Postdoctoral Fellows + Visitors
The University of Alberta is fortunate to have a community of about 650 postdoctoral fellows (PDF) and 1,800 academic visitors helping to shape our future. We’re dedicated to facilitating and fostering their research, training and professional development.
The Faculty of Graduate & Postdoctoral Studies (GPS) serves as a liaison between PDFs and academic visitors, faculty, administrators and staff. On our website, you’ll find information related to current and prospective PDF appointments, frequently asked questions and links to helpful services and resources.
Teaching Opportunities for Postdoctoral Fellows
Explore teaching opportunities for PDFs at the U of A.
Postdoctoral Career Development
Plan for the next stage of your career path — beyond your fellowship.
Postdoctoral Fellow Funding
Find information on the awards, scholarships and prizes available to postdoctoral fellows.
Postdoctoral Writing Resources
Find writing support for publications, grant applications, job searches and beyond.
Policies + Procedures
Learn more about your collective agreement and the university policies that guide your research at the U of A.
Upcoming Events
Postdoctoral Scholars Onboarding Event - September 23
Come meet fellow postdoctoral researchers and discover the various university units that support your academic and professional journeys.
September 23, 2024
1:00 - 3:00 pm
Please RSVP
Lower Level of the Student Union Building (SUB)
1:00 - 2:00 pm Cascade Room
1:00 Welcome from the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs
1:15 Welcome from the Postdoctoral Fellows Association President
1:35 Postdocs and the University of Alberta Career Centre
1:50 Introduction of Service Providers and Closing
2:00 - 3:00 pm Orion Room
Meet with Campus Service Providers + Refreshments
Professional photographer John Ulan will be taking headshots for postdoctoral scholars from 12:30 - 3:30 pm in the Marigold Room. First come, first serve.
Student Service Portal
Connect with GPS and the university services you need, when you need them in the Student Service Portal.