When you apply, we will facilitate the process to identify future postdoc positions that match your interests. If selected for PROS, you will meet with multiple faculty and trainees, connect with current BCM postdocs, and learn about research, career development and support resources designed to help you reach your professional goals. Virtual Programming from the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs will occur during the second week of November. Meetings with faculty will be scheduled separately in November.
The PROS program has been postponed. Please check again in 2026.
Eligibility Requirements
- Anticipate completion of Ph.D. degree by Summer 2027
- Ph.D. candidate of a U.S. Institution
We welcome applications from students of all backgrounds, especially from individuals who belong to groups that are underrepresented in biomedical research.
Application Process
For the application, you will need the following items:
- Research experience statement (500 words or less)
- Research interests and career goals statement (500 words or less)
- Keywords to describe your research interests
- CV
- List up to four faculty members with whom you would like to meet. (Get tips for finding faculty whose interests match yours.)
- Name and Email address of your graduate school mentor.
Frequently Asked Questions
Visit our and "How to Find a Mentor" page .
Visit our Why BCM page to learn about the many benefits of pursuing postdoctoral research at BCM.
No, an invitation does not guarantee a job offer. At BCM PROS you will have the opportunity to meet multiple labs and we hope that there will be a mutual interest that leads to a postdoc position at BCM.
You must attend all scheduled events. Dates and times within the second week of November for the Postdoctoral Training and Support Overview and Postdoc Roundtable will be scheduled based on the availability of the candidates. Meetings with faculty and lab groups will be arranged individually throughout the rest of November.
Likely yes, an oral presentation is often requested as part of an interview.
Contact the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs at postdocaffairs@bcm.edu. We’d be happy to help you with any additional information.