Postdoctoral Associations

Engaging with postdoctoral associations is an excellent way to connect with peers, access valuable resources, and stay informed about opportunities that can support your professional growth. These organizations offer postdocs a platform for networking, advocacy, career development, and collaboration both within Ontario Tech University and across the broader academic community. Below, you will find links to various postdoctoral associations that can provide further support during your fellowship.

Canadian Association of Postdoctoral Scholars

A Canadian committee of postdoctoral scholars with a mandate to improve the lives, training, and work experience of all Canadian postdocs by ensuring fair and reasonable compensation, benefits, rights, privileges and protections, as well as a supportive social network and effective support, training and career development opportunities.

Canadian Association of Postdoctoral Administrators

A Canadian organization of academic administrators and staff responsible for postdoctoral issues at universities and research organizations across Canada. The aim of the organization is to share best practices and to promote the environment for successful postdoctoral scholarship and training.

National Postdoctoral Association

A United States organization that provides a unique, national voice for postdoctoral scholars.

Public Service Alliance of Canada

The Public Service Alliance of Canada represents more than 240,000 workers in every province and territory in Canada and in locations around the world. The terms and conditions of employment for Postdoctoral Fellows are governed by the collective agreement between the university and the Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC).

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