Washington University in St. Louis is committed to excellence in research and education, and recognizes that postdoctoral researchers make a critical contribution to the University’s overall research mission through the generation of new ideas, sharing of research knowledge, and the publication of research results.
Mission Statement
To be an advocate for postdoctoral researchers and postdoctoral issues, to create and provide training and career development opportunities for postdoctoral researchers, to be a central resource for information regarding postdoctoral training and to assist in the development of a diverse community of postdoctoral researchers.
Connect with the WashU Postdoc Society
COVID-19 Information
- WashU Together: COVID Dashboard
- The Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research Guidance for Researchers
- COVID-19 FAQs for Postdocs – updated September 4, 2020 | Resources for Pandemic Era Challenges identified from postdoc needs survey May 2020
- Mental Health resources
The Office of Postdoctoral Affairs is working from home under alternate operations. Email is the best contact for a faster response. Do not send forms to the office via campus mail. Please contact us if you have any questions or concerns.
Contacts
The Office of Postdoctoral Affairs
Campus Box 8060
postdoc@email.wustl.edu
Medical School Office:
4th floor, Becker Medical Library
Danforth Campus Office:
Skandalaris Center
If you have any questions, please contact the Office. We look forward to hearing from you!
Erin Heckler, PhD
Director
John Russell, PhD
Faculty Advisory Committee Chair, Professor in Developmental Biology
Notes:
Institutional data is available from the Provost’s Office including postdoctoral appointee demographics.
The Office of Postdoctoral Affairs does not provide employment or fellowship verifications. Please contact Human Resources, the GME office (if applicable) or the specific department where the person trained or worked.