The UIPDA advocates for all Postdocs at the University of Iowa.
For postdocs, by postdocs.

 

Are you a postdoc at the University of Iowa? The Postdoctoral Association is here for you! Join us the second Wednesday of every month at 4 pm to find out how we can improve your experience and help you meet your goals. Email Secretary Jordan Mayberry for information about how to join in person or over Zoom. 

Postdoc Spotlights

Maddie Mocchi

Maddie Mocchi, Psychiatry

A possible new approach to depression treatment
UIPDA leadership 2026

UIPDA Postdoctoral Research Conference

Around 100 postdoctoral scholars attended.

Featured Community

Read about the UI postdoc population and find resources for our 2025-2026 featured population: Postdoc Parents

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Get involved with UIPDA

We are looking for postdocs to serve as committee members and college reps.

Current Openings

Grad Postdoc Listserv

This Listserv is used to communicate news and events about the UIPDA.

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Upcoming Events

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Homecoming Bingo

Monday, October 26, 2026 8:00pm to 11:00pm
Iowa Memorial Union (IMU)
Homecoming bingo will take place Monday October 26th from 8-11pm where attendees will play bingo for a chance to win University of Iowa Homecoming related prizes

Fall Greek Carnival

Tuesday, October 27, 2026 (all day)
Hubbard Park
Community event for kids 8th grade and under to experience carnival games and activities.
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Molecular Physiology and Biophysics Seminar, Lluis Ribas de Pouplana

Tuesday, October 27, 2026 9:30am to 10:30am
Bowen Science Building
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Recent Events

Below are UIPDA events and activities during the 2026-27 academic year. 

National Postdoc Week Pizza Party

Date/Time: Wednesday, September 23, 6-8 p.m. 
Location: The Greenhouse  

National Postdoc Week Coffee and Donuts Social

Date/Time: Monday, September 21, 10:30 a.m. 
Location: EMRB Atrium