Division of Biology and Medicine
Postdocs and Early Career Programs

Postdoc Appointments

PECP processes all new postdoc appointments, reappointments, extensions, salary changes, and changes between postdoctoral titles through a standard online process. Details on each action are listed below. If you have any questions or if you are unable to submit online, please contact biomedpostdocs@brown.edu.

According to Brown University's Handbook of Academic Administration, postdoc appointments must meet the following criteria:

  1. Be hired for at least 12 months
  2. Hold a PhD or equivalent degree
  3. Have fewer than 5 years postdoc experience
  4. Be paid through Brown University or external funding.

Appointments are typically one year in duration. Multi-year appointments must align with visa dates (please consult with OISSS). Individuals who come to Brown with 5 or more years of postdoctoral research experience should be hired under a non-postdoc title through the Office of BioMed Faculty Administration (BMFA).  

For information on postdoctoral titles, please visit the University Postdoctoral Affairs website