Welcome to the Tufts University website for postdoctoral scholars! Tufts is a vibrant academic community with more than 175 postdocs on its Boston, Medford and Grafton campuses. We view these scholars as vital to our research and educational community and we recognize that postdocs contribute greatly to the success of Tufts. The administration is strongly committed to enriching trainees' preparation as researchers within the university setting as well as in their future career paths. This website has been designed to offer a wide range of useful information on policies, procedures and available resources that will enhance your postdoctoral experience at Tufts. We wish you much success during your time here and encourage you to experience all that Tufts has to offer!

Our Mission

The mission of the Postdoctoral program at Tufts University is to provide an environment in which Postdoctoral Associates and Fellows can broaden their research abilities and equip themselves with the skills necessary for a successful career in their chosen field. Postdoctoral Associates and Fellows at Tufts are obligated to carry out a research program to the best of their ability under the guidance of a research advisor.

The Postdoctoral Handbook provides additional policies and guidance which only apply to Postdoctoral Associates and Fellows. The Employee Handbook applies to Postdoctoral Associates, Postdoctoral Fellows and Research Associates, in some instances.

Postdoctoral Associates and Fellows may also be subject to additional policies that are specific for their host Research Advisors, Departments and Schools.