Yale Postdoctoral Association (YPA)
The Yale Postdoctoral Association (YPA) is a volunteer-led organization composed of and managed by Yale postdocs. Through social events and professional development opportunities, YPA aims to:
- Foster a strong sense of community and engagement among postdocs at Yale
- Support postdocs in having a fulfilling and successful experience during their time here
They’re always looking for enthusiastic volunteers—if you’re interested in getting involved, feel free to reach them at ypa@yale.edu.
Stay Connected with the YPA
- Join the YPA page on Yale Connect to know more about our upcoming activities.
- Join the YPA Slack.
- Follow the YPA social media.
YPA Buddy Program
The YPA Buddy Program connects incoming postdocs with current Yale postdocs who can offer guidance and social support. Buddies help answer questions about Yale, New Haven, and postdoc life in general.
Interested in joining or learning more? Visit the YPA Buddy Program page or contact them at ypa.buddy@gmail.com.
Explore More YPA Resources
For additional resources, visit the YPA Resources page to learn more about how the YPA supports the postdoc community at Yale.
Yale School of Medicine Black Postdoctoral Association (YBPA)
The Yale School of Medicine Black Postdoctoral Association (YBPA) is dedicated to supporting the unique needs of postdoctoral fellows and associates from groups traditionally underrepresented in science.
YBPA’s mission is to foster a vibrant, inclusive, and culturally conscious community that promotes the success and well-being of all postdocs at Yale. With a particular focus on enhancing support systems for Black postdocs—where disparities are often most pronounced—YBPA works to build a stronger, more connected postdoctoral community across the university.
- Join the Yale Black Postdoctoral Association
- Connect with YBPA on Yale Connect
We welcome all who are interested in building a more inclusive and supportive environment at Yale.