Make a point of meeting the people who can help you advance in your career.
UCSF Career and Professional Development (OCPD)
Offers workshops throughout the year, including some on how to build your network.
Postdoctoral Scholars Association (PSA)
A focal point for many postdoc interest groups that will help you build your professional network as well as your social support system.
Campus Organizations
There are over 150 registered clubs and organizations at UCSF, including many focused on exploring career interests and options. For example:
- Concerned about science policy? Check out the Science Policy Group, dedicated to educating UCSF students and postdocs about science policy issues as well as taking action to support science advocacy.
- Women in Life Sciences (WiLS) is a very active group group run by graduate student and postdoctoral fellows that is dedicated to promoting gender equity at UCSF.
UCSF Alumni Network on LinkedIn
Open to all UCSF degreed and non-degreed alumni, with over 3,000 members.
Connect Socially
Building a strong, supportive social network is also crucial to your success and wellbeing.