The NPA's Resource Development Committee has been instrumental in the development and revision of career resources for postdocs. A Postdocs Guide to Postdoc Timelines is a great tool for postdocs to manage their own career path and get the most out of their postdoc position. It reminds all postdocs that there should be concurrent professional, career and skill development throughout all phases of their postdoc appointments. If you want to learn more about career development and career options as a postdoc, the Resource Development Committee has also developed the A Postdocs Guide to Career Development as a tool to help postdocs make decisions about their futures and to guide them as they enter the next phase of their careers.

The NPA, with the support of the Resource Development Committee, offers several webinar series for its members:

myPostdoc Monthly is a webinar series that focuses on professional development topics for postdocs.

myPDO Monthly is a webinar series that allows postdoc administrators with the opportunity to share similar challenges, while mentors can provide feasible solutions to address common concerns and challenges of those who manage postdoctoral offices.

• Develop, maintain, and update all website content and resources, in collaboration with all committees and staff as appropriate.
• Develop resource materials for the postdoctoral community, in collaboration with all committees.
• Serve as a resource for postdoc offices and associations, including coordination of the team visit program with NPA staff and Outreach Committee.
• Create and implement NPA-sponsored surveys, in consultation with staff.
• Consult with all committees to facilitate resource development.
• Consult with other committees and Officers to avoid project duplication and promote coordination.

Salm was appointed in 2024 and currently serves as chair of the NPA Resource Development Committee. To view her full bio please visit our Leadership page.

Young was appointed in 2023 and currently serves as chair emeritus of the NPA Resource Development Committee. To view her full bio please visit our Leadership page.

Nguyen was appointed in 2024 and currently serves as vice chair of the NPA Resource Development Committee. To view her full bio please visit our Leadership page.

Fernandez sits on the NPA Board of Directors and was appointed as NPA Resource Development Committee liaison for 2025. To read her full bio please visit our Leadership page.