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Welcome to Yale

Here are some useful links and resources to use during transition into Yale 

Arriving at Yale

Office for Postdoctoral Affairs Serves the needs of Postdoctoral and Postgraduate Associates and Fellows. Check out their Arrival Checklist
Office of International Students and Scholars International scholars must check in with OISS as soon as they arrive.
National Postdoctoral Association The national organization who advocate and support postdocs.
University Tax Compliance and Planning Office Resource for the University community with respect to tax issues.
Life at Yale Learn more about life at Yale.

Help from postdocs at Yale

Do you need help at work? Are you looking for a reagent? Would you like to simply ask someone for advice? Join this informal WhatsApp group of Yale Postdocs. 

Looking for a mentor? Join the Buddy Program to be matched with a colleague. Your buddy can answer questions about Yale, New Haven, or postdoc life. 

Sign up for the YPA mailing list

The best way to keep up to date with the YPA is to sign up for our mailing list by joining the YPA on Yale Connect. 

Don't forget to follow the YPA on social media!

Postdocs at a pint of postdoc night listening to a speaker presenting their research

Join us

Get involved with the YPA! Check out upcoming events! We have lots of events throughout the year, including:

  • Open Forum - See what the YPA is planning for the future, meet other postdocs, and share your ideas. 
  • Pint of Postdoc - Located at Gryphon’s Pub, watch 2 of your fellow postdocs present their research and network with fellow postdocs. 
  • Doga - Yoga with Yale’s therapy dog, Heidi.
  • Board Game Night
  • Outings - The YPA host outings throughout the year, such as visits to art galleries or hiking. 
  • Meet the YPA 

Get to know New Haven

Explore events, places, and activities in the Greater New Haven area. Learn more!