Headquartered in Rockville, MD, the NPA is supported by members, volunteers, key partners, and grants from government agencies and private foundations.
At the individual, organizational, and national levels, the NPA facilitates enhanced professional growth, raises awareness, and collaborates with stakeholders in the postdoctoral community.
NPA activities are coordinated by professional staff members responsible for the day-to-day operations of the organization and strategic implementation of resources.
Headquartered in Rockville, MD, the NPA is supported by members, volunteers, key partners, and grants from government agencies and private foundations.
The main tasks revolve around the Annual Conference, including development of agendas, logistical arrangements, marketing and fundraising activities, and conducting post-meeting evaluations.
The NPA’s program activities are focused in three key areas: The association advocates for policy change within research institutions that host postdoctoral scholars.
The NPA values its partners in advocacy, including prominent national associations and organizations that represent the scientific, research, and higher education communities.
Ever since its birth, the NPA convenes once a year for a conference that focuses on postdoc activities (e.g., career development, training standard, advocacy, etc.).
September 24, 2009 marked the NPA's first ever “National Postdoc Appreciation Day.” 70 institutions across 27 states hosted celebrations, and there were events held in Canada and Australia.
Many institutions also used the day as an opportunity to hold career seminars, mini research symposia and presentations about maximizing the postdoctoral experience.