Postdoc Appreciation Week
National Postdoc Appreciation Week (NPAW) is an annual celebration that recognizes the significant contributions postdoctoral fellows make to research and discovery. During NPAW, institutions from across the United States hold special events, and the Belfer Institute is pleased to celebrate Einstein postdocs during this week. We hope to create opportunities for you to cultivate meaningful relationships and advance your career.
The National Postdoctoral Association (NPA) will also host virtual webinars and networking events throughout the week, which can be viewed on the NPA website
Week of Events
2024 NPAW Kickoff Event: Owning Your Career
Time: 1:00 pm
Location: Virtual
Speaker: Rashada Alexander, PhD
Albert Einstein is attributed with saying “In theory, theory and practice are the same. In practice, they are not.” Postdocs know this reality well, in that postdoctoral training is a crucial bridge between graduate training and fully launching an independent career, whatever and however you move in your field.
Just like the bridge is crucial, so are the skills with which you navigate it because it is yours, you are making the journey, and you own what happens. Let’s talk about how to do that with clear eyes (intentionality) and "elastic" strategies (resilience).
All Einstein postdocs can join the NPA as an affiliate individual member at no cost. Register to become a member using your Einstein email address. Hosted by the National Postdoc Association (NPA)
Postdoc Appreciation Week Kick Off! Join the Celebration!
Time: 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Location: Forchheimer - Main Street
Kick off Postdoc Appreciation Week with us! Enjoy a relaxed afternoon of camaraderie and connection with fellow postdocs.
Professional Headshots
Time: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location: Price Center/Block Research Pavilion - Lower Lobby
Picture your success! Don't miss this opportunity to get a free professional headshot to use for your LinkedIn profile, business card, and more. By appointment only!
You must register and reserve a time slot. If you took a headshot in the past two (2) years, kindly allow others the opportunity to participate. If you register despite having a recent headshot, you will be placed on a waiting list.
The Humble PhD and Postdoc: How to Overcome Common Career Challenges
Time: 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Location: Price Center/Block Research Pavilion – Conference Room 451
Speaker: Thomas Magaldi, PhD
Conducting research during a postdoc can be a humbling experience. Long hours, low salary, tedious experiments, and lack of support can wear down brilliant and innovative minds.
In this workshop you will learn to recognize common mistakes that often derail the career paths of postdocs. These common mistakes often include poor time management, failure to reward accomplishments, succumbing to pessimism, and failure to take risks. By recognizing these mistakes, you will learn to maximize your potential and increase your career prospects.
Professional Headshots
Time: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location: Price Center/Block Research Pavilion - Lower Lobby
Picture your success! Don't miss this opportunity to get a free professional headshot to use for your LinkedIn profile, business card, and more. By appointment only!
You must register and reserve a time slot. If you took a headshot in the past two (2) years, kindly allow others the opportunity to participate. If you register despite having a recent headshot, you will be placed on a waiting list.
The Humble PhD and Postdoc: How to Overcome Common Career Challenges
Time: 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Location: Price Center/Block Research Pavilion – Conference Room 451
Speaker: Thomas Magaldi, PhD
Conducting research during a postdoc can be a humbling experience. Long hours, low salary, tedious experiments, and lack of support can wear down brilliant and innovative minds.
In this workshop you will learn to recognize common mistakes that often derail the career paths of postdocs. These common mistakes often include poor time management, failure to reward accomplishments, succumbing to pessimism, and failure to take risks. By recognizing these mistakes, you will learn to maximize your potential and increase your career prospects.
Breakfast Boost for Postdocs
Time: 8:30am - 10:00am
Location: Price Center/Block Research Pavilion - Lower Lobby (Atrium)
Need a boost before diving into experiments? Enjoy breakfast with us and start your day off right!
2024 NPAW: Postdoc Townhall: Connect with Community to Foster Change
Time: 3:00 pm
Location: Virtual
National Postdoc Appreciation Week town hall hosted by the NPA's Postdoc Council. More details to come. All Einstein postdocs can join the NPA as an affiliate individual member at no cost. Register to become a member using your Einstein email address. Hosted by the National Postdoc Association (NPA).
Navigating Finances and Budgeting Workshop (Evening)
Time: 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm
Location: Price Center/Block Research Pavilion – Conference Room 551
Speaker: Maggie Johndrow, M.SC., CFS, CDFA
Description: More details to come.
Unwind: Postdoc Appreciation Week Mixer
Time: 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Location: Lubin Dining Hall
Postdoc party time! Join us for the wrap up of Postdoc Appreciation Week. Enjoy food, drinks, music, and great company. Let’s celebrate!
Special Guest: Musicians of Einstein