NPA SmartSkills: How to Set and Achieve Financial Goals as a Postdoc

Having any savings rate when living on a postdoc salary is a huge financial accomplishment. You are eager to make the best use of that limited flow of money—but you might be stuck in analysis paralysis. Should you save up cash? Should you pay down debt (even student loans)? Should you invest—and is that possible ... Read more

NPA SmartSkills: Empowering Your Postdoc Journey: Strategies for Effective Communication with Advisors/Mentors

This session is designed to help postdoctoral researchers build strong, collaborative relationships with their mentors. Participants will receive practical advice for setting expectations, aligning goals, and advocating for their professional growth. We will cover communication skills that postdocs can use to navigate potential challenges with their advisor. Speaker: Ellen Dobson, Morgridge Institute for Research; Wesley Marner, Morgridge ... Read more