Partners @ Penn and Beyond

• Perelman School of Medicine (PSOM)
• School of Dental Medicine (Penn Dental)
• School of Nursing (Penn Nursing)
• School of Veterinary Medicine (Penn Vet)
• The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP)
• The Monell Chemical Senses Center
• Swarthmore College
• The Wistar Institute

Office of Postdoctoral Affairs (OPA) is the centralized office for postdocs at Penn, overseeing governance and strengthening community for the postdoctoral community across campus.

International Student & Scholar Services (ISSS) is dedicated to supporting Penn’s vibrant global community. Whether you’re a new student preparing to join us, a current student navigating your academic journey, or a visiting scholar contributing to our diverse intellectual environment, we offer a wide range of services to help you succeed.

Career Services is available to help whether you’re preparing for a faculty position or looking to find what other career options are out there. Services include in-person and virtual events, online resources, and one-on-one advising.

The Office of Global Support Services (GSS) collaborates with the Penn Community to navigate the complexities of international initiatives. We share knowledge, streamline processes, and provide solutions that adapt to global landscapes.

Institute for Translational Medicine and Therapeutics (ITMAT) supports research at the interface of basic and clinical research focusing on developing new and safer medicines. ITMAT also offers an extensive palette of educational programs in clinical and translational science both for investigators and research support staff, as well as mentorship training opportunities for faculty in collaboration with BPP and the Biomedical Graduate Studies office.

Biomedical Graduate Studies (BGS) oversees the training of approximately 1100 PhD students in the biomedical sciences at the University of Pennsylvania.

The Office of Research Trainee Affairs's mission is to advance innovation and impact in biomedical research by fostering an environment that attracts, supports, and develops top scientific talent. Through rigorous training, mentorship, and professional development, Research Trainee Affairs ensures that individuals from all backgrounds have access to opportunities that enable them to excel, contribute, and lead in biomedical science.

Penn Postdoc Association (PPA)  is a community of postdoctoral scholars at the University of Pennsylvania dedicated to promoting solidarity and support among postdocs across schools and institutions within the university system. They represent over 1,400 postdocs, welcoming postdocs from all 12 schools of the university, Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, Monell Chemical Senses Center, Swarthmore College, and the Wistar Institute. Their mission is to enhance the postdoctoral experience at Penn by addressing shared interests and concerns through community building, career development and training, and advocacy for postdocs. Membership in the PPA is free and open to all postdocs at Penn.

Du Bois Postdoctoral Circle's (DBPC) mission is to support the educational, professional, and social growth of Black postdocs and other marginalized postdoctoral scholars at the University of Pennsylvania. Du Bois Postdoctoral Circle (DBPC) is open to all postdocs at the University of Pennsylvania as well as postdoctoral trainees affiliated with the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, Monell Chemical Senses Center, and the Wistar Institute.