The Postdoc Loyalty Program is an engaging initiative designed to recognize and reward postdocs for their active involvement and meaningful contributions to SOPS activities throughout the year. Postdocs earn points by attending workshops, volunteering, contributing to the newsletter, and joining the Postdoc Happy Hour. Rewards are based on total points accumulated, with the top three postdocs receiving first, second, and third prizes. Additionally, 20 participation prizes will be awarded to the next highest scorers. Winners will be honored at the SOPS Annual Symposium, with their achievements highlighted in the newsletter and on social media to foster a sense of community and engagement.
Postdoc Loyalty Program
What is the Postdoc Loyalty Program?
Prize Plan
Top Prizes
- First Prize: $100 gift card
- Second Prize: $75 gift card
- Third Prize: $50 gift card
Participation Prizes
- $10 gift cards for the next 20 highest scorers.
- Branded SOPS swag (e.g., notebooks, water bottles, tote bags) for all other engaged postdocs as available
Acknowledgment
Announcement and Ceremony
Winners will be announced at the SOPS Annual Symposium to celebrate their contributions. Prizes will be distributed in person at the symposium or mailed to winners unable to attend.
Newsletter feature
Winners will be featured in the SOPS newsletter and on social media platforms to promote their achievements and encourage participation.
Timeline for 2025
Program Launch
- Announce at the Dec 14 Holiday event
- Officially start on Jan 1, 2025
Tracking and Updates
Points are awarded based on attendance and participation recorded at SOPS events. Regular email updates will keep participants informed about their points and rankings.
End of Program
The program will close one week before the annual symposium to calculate and finalize winners.
Point Allocation System
Points are awarded for active participation in SOPS events and contributions throughout the year. Below is the detailed scoring structure:
Activity | Points |
---|---|
Attending an event | 10 points |
Volunteering at an event | 10 points |
Contributing an article for the newsletter | 10 points |
Participating in a competition (e.g. poster competition) | 25 points |
Attending a Postdoc Happy Hour | 10 points |
Example
A participant who attends two workshops (10 points x 2), volunteers once (10 points), and writes a postdoc newsletter article (10 points) will earn 40 points, making them eligible for a participation prize and potentially competing for top prizes.