The Temple University Postdoctoral Association (TUPA) strives to support and enhance the experiences of postdoctoral researchers on a career development, social, and cultural basis.

Goals of the Temple Postdoctoral Association:

• Develop inter-departmental social and networking opportunities for postdoctoral scholars from all disciplines in the interest of fostering a community of postdocs at Temple.
  
• Provide professional development specifically tailored to postdoctoral scholars.
  
• Promote inclusion and representation of all postdoctoral fellows and advocate for a diverse postdoctoral community.
  
• Assist transitioning researchers to navigate living in a new city and/or country.
  
• Generate outreach opportunities to promote science and education in the surrounding communities.