Duke offers resources that are helpful whether you are just starting your position at Duke or seeking your next career opportunity. If you have questions, email Molly Starback, Director of Duke Postdoctoral Services.
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If you have a concern about discrimination or harassment, please Report the Incident.
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If you have a concern about research misconduct, please Report the Incident.
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if you want to understand the options and processes for reporting harassment, discrimination, and other concerns, please use the interactive guide for postdocs.
Postdoctoral Resources
New to Duke/Durham?
A list of area and campus resources for new postdoctoral appointees.
Duke Benefits and Services Available to Postdocs
As Duke staff members, postdocs are eligible for work/life balance, stress management, wellness and entertainment benefits, many for free or at a reduced cost.
Duke Postdoc Buddy Program
Duke Postdoctoral Services and DUPA sponsor a buddy system to encourage connection between postdocs. If you are interested in having a buddy to talk to, or if you are interested in becoming a buddy to another postdoc, please participate in the program.
Emotional Support and Well-Being Resources for Postdocs
Consultation and support are available to members of the Duke community – including postdocs and their families – who are seeking assistance during this challenging time.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Resources and Training
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion resources and training are available for all members of the Duke community, including postdocs, faculty, staff, and students.
International Postdoc Resources
Resources for current and incoming international postdocs.
Individual Development Plan (IDP)
Helps to establish good communication between postdocs and mentors; critical for a successful postdoc/PI relationship.
Professional Development Resources
Resources for the academic and non-academic job search, including skills identification and self-assessment; career exploration and job searching; CVs, resumes, cover letters; teaching, research and diversity statements; interviewing and mentoring.
YouTube Channel
On-demand videos of seminars on a variety of professional development topics
Conflict Resolution, Stress Reduction and Legal Resources
Confidential and anonymous support and advocacy are available to Duke postdoctoral appointees in the event that they experience harassment or conflict with another member of the Duke community.
Research Integrity/Misconduct Resources
Duke University strives to foster an atmosphere of honesty and trust in which pursuit of knowledge can occur. Integrity of research forms the foundation of respect among scholars and students and between the academic world and the public. All members of the University community share responsibility for maintaining this climate of trust.
Grant-Writing, Scientific Writing and Communication Resources
Resources at Duke and beyond to help you find funding, write grants, and improve scientific writing.
Teaching Resources
Interested in a career in teaching? Want to improve your pedagogical skills? Opportunties exist at Duke and in Durham to learn about teaching and build your teaching experience!
Continuing Education
Continuing Education resources at Duke and beyond.
Training and Skills Development Resources
Resources for Research, Technology and Statistical Training; Clinical/Translational Research and Regulatory Affairs; Project Management and Leadership; and Data Science.
Duke Access and Accomodation Services
Duke Access and Accommodation Services (formerly Disability Management System) provides leadership to the University and University Health System efforts to ensure an accessible, hospitable working and learning environment for people with disabilities while ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations. They serve as a centralized clearinghouse on disABILITY-related information, procedures and services.