Postdoctoral Compensation Guidelines
Every year, the Office of Research reviews the minimum salary and stipend levels for Boston University postdoctoral scholars (postdocs), per our Postdoctoral Scholars Policy. As part of this process, we compare our practices to our peers in the Association of American Universities as well as regional benchmarks to ensure fair and competitive compensation for all […]
Responsible Conduct of Research Office
Memo: Postdoctoral Compensation Guidelines
TO: Boston University Faculty and Staff FROM: Gloria Waters, Vice President and Associate Provost for Research Sarah Hokanson, Assistant Provost for Professional Development & Postdoctoral Affairs DATE: February 22, 2021 SUBJECT: Postdoctoral Compensation Guidelines Every year, the Office of Research reviews the minimum salary and stipend levels for Boston University postdoctoral scholars (postdocs), per our […]
BU Receives $1.8 Million to Launch Professional Development Program for Postdocs
Today, Boston University is announcing an initiative in partnership with Northwestern University, Michigan State University, and University of Wisconsin-Madison to improve the training experience and career prospects for current and future postdoctoral scholars in an effort to build a diverse biomedical workforce. The four institutions collectively received a $1.8 million dollar grant over five years […]
Graduate and Postdoctoral Success
Graduate and Postdoctoral Success works on both campuses to provide professional development for doctoral students, postdocs, and faculty mentors, and to handle all aspects of postdoc affairs.
Sarah Hokanson
Sarah is responsible for postdoctoral affairs, professional development programming and resources for doctoral students and postdocs across the University, and developing research development resources to support faculty in obtaining and leading extramural funding programs. She also provides resources for faculty mentors and PIs applying for grants related to doctoral and postdoctoral training. Sarah is the […]