Tool Kit for Postdoctoral Scholars and Faculty Mentors

This publication provides guidelines for the appointment of Postdoctoral Scholars along with resources for improving Postdoctoral Scholar and Faculty Mentor relations, such as a compact with the roles and responsibilities for Mentors and Scholars, a research/career development plan to be created between both parties, and an annual evaluation necessary for the reappointment of Scholars. It also contains information on titles, UC-Wide policy, Graduate Division services, and frequently asked questions.

Tool Kit for Postdoctoral Scholars and Faculty Mentors (PDF-466KB)

Compact Between Postdoctoral Scholars and Faculty Mentors (PDF-69KB)
Articulates the roles and responsibilities of both the Postdoctoral Scholar and Faculty Mentor.

Research / Career Development Plan & Periodic Evaluation (iPDF-257KB)
For Postdoctoral Scholars use in developing short-term and long-term goals as well as to define career aspirations.

Postdoctoral Scholar Annual Evaluation (iPDF-215KB)
Provides feedback on the scholar's progress and an assessment of the scholar's overall performance.