New and Current Postdocs
Policies
To understand the rules and procedures impacting postdoctoral research fellows at the University of Michigan, review the Standard Practice Guide (SPG) Section 201.19. The SPG is routinely updated and is the ultimate record of policies at the University of Michigan.
Research Integrity
It is imperative to understand ethical obligations regarding research integrity. You can learn more about research ethics and compliance from the Office of the Vice President for Research (OVPR).
Disability and Accessibility
The Disability Equity Office coordinates with a wide, diverse range of partners and leadership across the university to enhance universal access for people with disabilities. We view our mission as equal parts education, change, and facilitation.
U-M Equity, Civil Rights, and Title IX
The Equity, Civil Rights, and Title IX Office provides support, resources, and education to promote a safe and non-discriminatory learning, living, and working environment for all members of the university community.
IT Access After Leaving the University of Michigan
If you did not earn a degree at the University of Michigan, you will lose access to the university’s IT services as soon as you terminate your postdoc role. Learn more about IT services and leaving the university on the U-M ITS website.
Benefits
The University of Michigan extends benefits to all postdoctoral research fellows, which may include: health insurance (medical, dental, vision) for yourself and your dependent(s), vacation time and holidays, paid and unpaid leave, and child care support. More information can be found on the website of U-M Academic Human Resources for Postdoctoral Research Fellows.
Benefits Enrollment
New employees are required to enroll within 30 days of their appointment start date. After enrolling, changes in benefit selections may only be made during the annual open enrollment period in the fall or following major life events such as the birth or adoption of a child or marriage.
Enrollment in or changes made to the supplemental retirement account may be done at any time during the year. To select benefits and enroll, follow the simple step-by-step online process located in the Employee Self Service tool in Wolverine Access.
Life at University of Michigan
There are many opportunities for community building and recreation to take advantage of outside your work.
This includes two groups specifically made up of U-M postdoctoral fellows. If you’re interested in joining either of these volunteer organizations, contact them directly to learn more.
We hope your time at U-M will be smooth and productive, and we understand that individuals may need extra support for a variety of personal and professional reasons.
Visit our resources page for more details on services related to career planning and skills development, health and well-being, funding opportunities, or community support.