Postdoctoral Scholars + Visitors
The University of Alberta is home to more than 650 postdoctoral scholars (PDS) 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 postdoctoral scholars and academic visitors, faculty, administrators and staff. On our website, you’ll find information related to current and prospective postdoctoral scholar appointments, frequently asked questions and links to helpful services and resources.
Postdoctoral Scholars Onboarding Guide
This guide serves as a starting point for new postdoctoral scholars (PDS) at the University of Alberta.
Postdoctoral Scholar Onboarding | Sept. 15
Meet fellow postdocs, connect with campus service providers and gain valuable career tips.
Teaching Opportunities for Postdoctoral Scholars
Explore teaching opportunities for postdoctoral scholars at the U of A.
Postdoctoral Career Development
Plan for the next stage of your career path — beyond your fellowship.
Postdoctoral Scholars Funding
Find information on the awards, scholarships and prizes available to postdoctoral scholars.
Postdoctoral Scholar Resources
Explore our central resource hub for postdoc onboarding, research support and career growth.
Administering Employment for Postdoctoral Scholars
Find information on recruiting, appointing, reappointing or changing the contract of a postdoctoral scholar.
Policies + Procedures
Learn more about your collective agreement and the university policies that guide your research at the U of A.
Upcoming Events
Student Service Portal
Connect with GPS and the university services you need, when you need them in the Student Service Portal.