National Postdoctoral Association

Providing a national voice and seeking positive change for postdocs.
NPA Values

The NPA believes that:

  • Postdocs make invaluable contributions to the research enterprise.
  • Postdocs share personal responsibility for the progression and outcomes of their careers.
  • Inequities within the postdoctoral community should be rectified to the maximum extent practicable, while recognizing the unique needs of each stakeholder.
  • The U.S. research community should make every effort to attract the best and the brightest men and women from all groups, including international scholars, under-represented minorities, and persons with disabilities.

The NPA values:

  • Grassroots participation in the decision-making process, both internally and externally.
  • Professional satisfaction and meaningful career opportunities for postdoctoral scholars, which recognize the importance of balancing work and personal needs.
  • Collaboration and dialogue to achieve consensus among all stakeholders on the best methods for addressing issues and obtaining desired outcomes for the postdoctoral community.
  • Objective data to inform critical decision-making.