The following links will allow you to navigate to frequently requested resources. Please visit this page again - we frequently add new resources for our research trainees.

The CHOP Research Institute Intranet

• CHOP-BPP Enrollment Page All CHOP Postdoctoral Fellows, regardless of trainee status, and Physician Fellows supported by T32, F32 or related research training grants are eligible for enrollment in the University of Pennsylvania Biomedical Postdoctoral Program (BPP). The BPP is a premier professional development program designed for research trainees. Here you can learn more about the enrollment process.
• Office of Postdoctoral Affairs (OPA) Homepage This is your one-stop source for CHOP trainee-related information. You can find policy information, support services details, and learn how to generally navigate the CHOP postdoc lifecycle.
• Other Administrative Units Looking for a contact for Sponsored Projects, Technology Transfer or other administrative group? Here you can find the intranet pages of each and every one.
• Responsible Conduct of Research (RCR) Web Site The Office of Responsible Research Training's RCR Web site will help you remain current with hot topics in the responsible conduct of research and with training requirements set forth by the NIH.
• Sponsored Projects Funding Page The Office of Sponsored Projects maintains a thorough list of potential funding foundations. Visit this site to browse for potential opportunities.

The CHOP Research Institute Internet

• Children's Hospital Fellowships The CHOP Research Institute has one of the best benefit and employment packages for Postdoctoral Fellows. Visit this page to learn more, and to learn about the CHOP philosophy regarding postdoc trainees.
• Discover the CHOP Research Institute This interactive presentation will give you an overview of the CHOP Research Institute (formerly known as the Stokes Institute), including its mission, Centers of Emphasis, and Research Affinity Groups.
• Getting Started at The CHOP Research Institute This module will teach you everything you need to know as a new employee at the CHOP Research Institute.
• Living in Philadelphia This page will provide new Philadelphians with info about the city, and includes links to help you find a place to live, find fitness and recreation centers, and even to find out if your cost of living will change when you move here.

The University of Pennsylvania Internet

• University of Pennsylvania Biomedical Postdoctoral Program (BPP) All CHOP Postdoctoral Fellows, regardless of trainee status, and Physician Fellows supported by T32, F32 or related research training grants are eligible for enrollment in the University of Pennsylvania Biomedical Postdoctoral Program (BPP). The BPP is a premier professional development program designed for research trainees. Here you can learn more about BPP programs and seminars.

External Resources and Links

• Entering Mentoring - A Seminar to Train a New Generation of Scientists The goal of the seminar outlined in this manual is to accelerate the process of learning to be a mentor. It provides mentors with an intellectual framework to guide them, an opportunity to experiment with various methods, and a forum in which to solve mentoring dilemmas with the help of their peers.
• GrantsNet Your one stop resource to find funding for your research. Bookmark this page and sign up to receive weekly funding updates.
• Making the Right Moves: A Practical Guide to Scientific Management for Postdocs and New Faculty This book is a collection of practical advice, experiences, and opinions from seasoned biomedical investigators and other professionals.
• National Institutes of Health If you pursue a career in academia, chances are that you'll one day apply for an NIH grant. The ‘Grant Application Basics' section is a good way to learn about the process and get some much needed help.
• National Postdoctoral Association (NPA) The National Postdoctoral Association (NPA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing a national voice for postdoctoral scholars. The NPA Web site provides a wealth of information that will benefit CHOP fellows.
• NPA Affiliate Membership All CHOP postdocs can sign up for a FREE Affiliate Membership with the NPA. This provides fellows with access to a number of useful members-only resources. Please add David Taylor as your institutional contact.
• Science Careers Magazine Keep up to date with trends and topics in scientific career fields. Science Careers is a great site to peruse when you have a little time to kill.