About

The UNM Postdoc Association was formed in 2022 by an impassioned group of postdocs who recognized the importance of advocating for UNM’s Postdoctoral Scholars. We have worked closely with both Main Campus and HSC administration to facilitate effective working relationships between these groups with the goal of improving the environment for postdocs by providing career advancement and scholarly learning activities, advocacy, and a supportive community.

Mission

• Scholarly learning: To provide ample opportunities to enhance the scholarship of the post-docs at UNM through learning activities.
• Networking activities: Provide PDA members with opportunities to connect with other Post-docs throughout the university system and other community members with similar interests.
• Professional development: To organize and lead professional development sessions both on campus and off, that promote networking with other institutions, potential future employers, and other community leaders.
• Postdoc advocacy: To create a sustainable framework, along with leadership, that encourages post-doc advocacy through communication with the administration and other leadership which ensures that all post-doc voices are heard, and issues are addressed in a timely manner.