Conference for Postdoctoral Women and Gender Minorities in Physics (Postdoc*iP)

April 10-11, 2027 in Atlanta, GA

Formerly Rising Stars, this event brings together postdocs who are interested in pursuing careers in academia.
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This conference is open to individuals of all gender identities and expressions. Please note that the Conference for Postdoctoral Women and Gender Minorities is open only to individuals who currently reside in the U.S. Applications open in mid November.

Benefits of attendance

The Conference for Postdoctoral Women and Gender Minorities (Postdoc*iP) convenes selected postdoctoral researchers for a two-day conference focused on professional development, scientific exchange, and building professional relationships.

The goals of the conference are to:

  • Foster early-career academic connections by creating opportunities for participants to build meaningful professional relationships and establish a supportive peer network that extends beyond the conference
  • Support professional development in academia by providing participants with resources, insights, and guidance into navigating the early stages of an academic career
  • Advance scientific collaboration and knowledge exchange by facilitating the exchange of research ideas to promote future collaborations

Thank you to the conference’s sponsors

APS is grateful to the Heising-Simons Foundation for their partnership and support for the Conference for Graduate Women and Gender Minorities in Physics.

Contact and get involved

If you have questions or would like more information, please contact APS' Gender Inclusive Physics Community staff.

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