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 every first Friday of every month at 4 pm to find out how we can improve your experience and help you meet your goals. Email merri-grace-jones@uiowa.edu for information about how to join in person or over Zoom. Mask wearing is strongly encouraged for in person attendance.

UIPDA Committees

Social Programming & Outreach

Policy & Advocacy

Professional Development

Awards Committee

Upcoming Events

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Dance Gala

Saturday, October 18, 2025 7:30pm
Hancher Auditorium
A celebration of dance featuring the artistry of University of Iowa students and faculty.

Bassoon Class Recital

Saturday, October 18, 2025 7:30pm
Voxman Music Building

Bassoon Class Recital

View the program here: https://digital.lib.uiowa.edu/node/951313

This concert is free and open to the public.

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Romeo and Juliet

Saturday, October 18, 2025 8:00pm
Theatre Building
From its chaotic, unorthodox opening brawl, Søren Olsen’s Romeo and Juliet delivers a bold, unapologetic reimagining that challenges the legacy of Shakespeare’s classic romance. Hot-mess celebrity parties, perilous make-outs, and passion-fueled duels collide in this director-designer’s vision of theatrical candy.
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Drill Drill Drill

Saturday, October 18, 2025 8:00pm
Theatre Building

By Bridget Dieden

Five kids grow up together from age 5 to 18, forming tight connections whilst undergoing a series of oh-so-American lock down drills that become progressively more dystopian as time passes. All of that practice is put to the test when shots are fired at their school, and everyone is left to deal with the fallout.

Part of Theatre Arts' Workshop Series

Tickets:
Tickets for workshops and galleries are free of charge; however, you must obtain a ticket at the door and seating is...

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Iowa volleyball vs. UCLA

Sunday, October 19, 2025 1:00pm
Carver-Hawkeye Arena
The Iowa volleyball team will host UCLA.
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Featured Community

Read about the UI postdoc population and find resources for our 2024-2025 featured population: Postdoc Parents

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

Current Openings

LinkedIn Group

This group is open to open and former post-docs at the UI who wish to network, provide career advice and aid in career transitions.

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