Events

The Society of Postdoctoral Scholars organizes a variety of events for postdocs each year with the intention to bring the community together and have critical conversations about everything postdoc.

Upcoming Events

Past Events

Winter Postdoctoral Networking Event

Dec 6, 2025, 4:00 – 8:00 PM

The Society of Postdoctoral Scholars invites you to the Winter Postdoctoral Networking Event! This event is open to all postdoctoral scholars, fellows, and their families (including children). Light refreshments and pizza will be provided, and there will be fun activities for both adults and children (ornament decorating, cookie decorating)! You are also invited to bring snacks, cultural dishes, games, or any activity you would like to share!

Postdoc Happy Hour

Nov 19, 2025, 5:30 – 7:30 PM

Join your fellow postdocs to connect, share drinks, grab a snack, and foster community! No expectations, just show up and be yourself 😊

Postdoc Happy Hour

Oct 22, 2025, 5:30 – 7:30 PM

Join your fellow postdocs to connect, share drinks, grab a snack, and foster community! No expectations, just show up and be yourself 😊

NPAW Postdoc Happy Hour

Sep 16, 2025, 5:00 – 7:00 PM

For National Postdoc Appreciation Week, we are hosting a special Postdoc Happy Hour! Join your fellow postdocs to celebrate National Postdoc Appreciation Week! Connect, grab a drink, share a snack, and foster community! No expectations, just show up and be yourself 😊

Postdoc Happy Hour

Sep 9, 2025, 5:00 – 7:00 PM

Join your fellow postdocs to connect, share drinks, grab a snack, and foster community! No expectations, just show up and be yourself 😊

2025 Annual Research & Career Symposium

Sep 8, 2025, 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

The Society of Postdoctoral Scholars, in collaboration with PRISM, hosts an Annual Research & Career Symposium to showcase the work of UK postdoctoral scholars and fellows, promote networking among the UK research community, and encourage discussions on career paths for postdocs and PhD students.

View all past events