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.

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Grad Postdoc Listserv

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

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Upcoming Events

Swisher Community American Legion Blood Drive

Tuesday, November 3, 2026 2:00pm to 6:00pm
Swisher Community American Legion Hall (Parking Lot East Side of Building)
Degowin Blood Center is hosting a blood drive from 2 p.m to 6 p.m. Tuesday November 3rd 2026 at the Swisher Community American Legion Hall.
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Nourished at Iowa: Enjoying Food During the Holiday Season Without Guilt

Tuesday, November 3, 2026 5:30pm to 6:30pm
Iowa Memorial Union (IMU)

Intuitive Eating Seminar Series

Interested in improving your relationship with food, movement, and your body? Join Student Wellness for our Intuitive Eating Seminar Series, Nourished at Iowa — a flexible, non-diet approach to health and well-being.

This four-part seminar series is designed for students who want to learn more about Intuitive Eating without committing to a multi-week workshop. Each session stands alone, so you can attend just one topic or join all four throughout the year.

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UI Monthly Jazz Jam

Tuesday, November 3, 2026 7:00pm to 10:00pm
Tavern Blue

Our Jazz Studies faculty members host a monthly community jazz jam session, joined by students, alumni, community members, and musicians passing through Iowa City.

All members of the community are welcome for this free community event, hosted the first Tuesday of each month during the school year at Tavern Blue.

To learn more or if you are interested in jamming, get in touch with Damani Phillips.

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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