Rochester Postdoc Partnership

The Rochester Postdoc Partnership advances the research and academic careers of Deaf and hard of hearing (Deaf/HH) scientists. Our program aims to develop a diverse group of highly trained biomedical scientists to address the nation’s biomedical workforce needs. Offering up to three years of postdoctoral experience, we rigorously train and support the career advancement of our scholars, preparing them for independent academic careers that support the biomedical research enterprise.

Our program provides ample teaching opportunities and rich biomedical research training that provides trainees with the skills they need to manage their own labs. Learn more from our program faculty and alumni.

​We offer:

• Mentored postdoctoral training in biomedical sciences at the University of Rochester Medical Center (URMC), one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers that is part of a world-class research university
• Mentored teaching opportunities in your field of interest at Rochester Institute of Technology’s National Technical Institute for the Deaf (RIT/NTID), the first and largest technical college in the world for Deaf/HH students
• Up to three-year appointment
• Competitive postdoctoral salary commensurate with previous experience and in compliance with the Postdoctoral Appointment Policy
• Free tuition for two credits per year
• Teaching supply stipend of up to $2,000 per year 
• Travel stipends of $2,000 per year to attend the annual IRACDA Conference (required) and up to $2,000 to attend one other career development or national scientific meeting
• Interpreter services to support your academic and professional needs provided at no cost for the duration of your appointment