Memberships
Postdocs at Stony Brook have access to free and discounted memberships in several organizations by virtue of their affiliation here. To enroll, see the individual instructions for each opportunity below.
National Postdoctoral Association (NPA)
Stony Brook University is a sustaining member institution of the the National Postdoctoral Association, which provides our graduate students, postdocs, faculty and staff with free affiliate memberships.
As an NPA Affiliate Member, you are entitled to these benefits:
- Subscription to NPA e-alerts, a periodic news announcement, and The POSTDOCket, the NPA’s official quarterly newsletter
- Reduced registration fees to the NPA Annual Meeting & eligibility for the NPA travel award program
- Access to members-only NPA web content, such as career planning resources and policy information
- Access to NPA member groups to connect & network with fellow NPA members
- Discounts to some services and products.
- Opportunities to serve and contribute your expertise on a variety of NPA committees
- National representation on postdoctoral issues
New York Academy of Sciences (NYAS)
Located in New York City, the New York Academy of Sciences offers in-person and online workshops and classes on (mostly STEM) career and professional development topics.
If you're a member of the National Postdoctoral Association, you can get a discounted membership for NYAS.
Professional Societies
Many of your professional, field-specific societies have special membership rates, advisory committees and leadership opportunities, and career resources for postdocs. They are also a great way to expand your network and learn about other types of jobs for individuals with your training.
Start by doing your own research today to explore relevant societies in your field and evaluate which ones best align with your specialty and goals. The time you invest today could lead to meaningful connections and opportunities tomorrow. Take this first step now.