Postdoctoral Scholars Union Representation Information

Postdoctoral Scholars (Postdocs) play a dual role as fellows engaged in mentored advanced training and as employees or fellows contributing to UCLA's research programs. A policy, Academic Personnel Manual, Section 390 (APM 390) (PDF-175KB), acknowledges the distinct role of UC Postdocs, including a comprehensive benefits package comparable to the plan offered to Faculty/Staff.

Under the Higher Education Employer-Employee Relations Act (HEERA), employees have the right to organize and form a collective bargaining unit. In November 2008, the International Union, United Automobile, Aerospace and Agricultural Implement Workers of America (UAW) was recognized as the exclusive representative of UC postdoctoral scholars. The unit includes postdoctoral scholars at all campuses.

Union Negotiations

• Update on Postdoctoral Scholar Negotiations (PDF-33KB)
• Exclusive Representation of UC Postdoctoral Scholars (PDF-29KB)

Union Information

• UCOP Information on the Postdoctoral Scholars Unit
• Frequently Asked Questions About Union Representation (PDF-28KB)
• Union access to the workplace (PDF-12KB)
• Higher Education Employer-Employee Relations Act (HEERA)
• The Collective Bargaining Process
• The Negotiation Process
• The Representation Election Process
• The Decertification Process
• Existing Bargaining Units

Notice: University policies, procedures and applicable collective bargaining agreements shall supersede information in this document or elsewhere on this site.