By bringing important medicines and vaccines to people around the world, we remain at the forefront of scientific discovery and innovation. Our Research Labs Postdoctoral Research Fellow Program helps us fulfill our purpose to help save and improve lives every day.
Postdoctoral Research
Fellow Program
Our passion is improving health
The Postdoc Association is a team of postdocs that promotes the interests and visibility of postdocs and the Postdoctoral Research Fellow Program
In the Postdoctoral Research Fellow Program, the individual provides support to their colleagues and assists them with networking opportunities. They also take on the responsibility of issuing a monthly newsletter to keep everyone informed about the latest updates and events. Furthermore, they actively contribute to the training and development of the program participants. As part of their role, they organize the Seminar Series and the Post-Doctoral Annual Symposium, facilitating valuable discussions and knowledge sharing among researchers.
Joseph Smith: Growing leadership as a postdoc mentor
As a mentor, Joseph has impacted the next generation of scientists advising postdocs and impacting his own development that has helped lead to the progression of research.
Kat Kovalyova: A day in the life of an industry postdoc
Explore a day in the life of an industry postdoc with Associate Scientist, Kat Kovalyova, and hear her inspiration as a woman in science.
Establishing Impact within Merck’s Postdoctoral program
Be part of Merck’s Postdoctoral Research Program where you will work with our scientists to apply the latest groundbreaking research technologies.
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