From 21-25 September 2026, the Netherlands will for the second time celebrate Postdoc Appreciation Week NL (PAW_NL) with events taking place across the country. This is your opportunity to connect, learn, and celebrate the invaluable contributions of postdoctoral researchers at both local and national levels.
Event Overview Amsterdam UMC:
Career Choices Workshop
Monday, September 21, 14:30-16:00 (O2 building)
Feeling stuck on which career path to take? Join Meagan Doppegieter for a hands-on session on moving from overthinking to action when facing career decisions under uncertainty. You'll leave with concrete next steps to apply that same week.
You can register for this workshop here. Limited spots available!
ACS Postdocs & Young Professionals Networking Hotpot Dinner
Monday, September 21, 17:30 (Yuan’s hotpot Gelderlandplein)
This informal and interactive dinner is a great opportunity to connect with fellow postdocs and young professionals across ACS, expand your network, exchange ideas, and meet researchers at a similar career stage in a relaxed setting.
We welcome all ACS postdocs and young professionals conducting research at the postdoctoral level, including clinician-researchers. Please register by filling in this form.
LinkedIn Workshop
Tuesday, September 22, 14:00-16:00 (online)
Ready to level up your online presence? Evguenia Alechine (PhD, science communication and career coach) leads a practical session on optimizing your LinkedIn profile, networking effectively, and building your professional brand.
You can register for this workshop here. Limited spots available!
Professional Headshots
Tuesday, September 22 (AMC) / Wednesday, September 23 (VUmc) / Friday, September 25 (AMC)
Get a free professional headshot taken on-site.
Book your appointment here. Please note appointments are booked on a first-come first-served basis and postdocs who have not had their photo taken last year will be prioritized.
Postdoc Pizza Party
Friday, September 25 12.00-13.30 (AMC, Orange Box)
Wrap up the week with your fellow postdocs over pizza and drinks. A relaxed way to celebrate and connect.
Please register for this event via this form.
Want to know more about Postdoc Appreciation Week at Amsterdam UMC? Visit the Amsterdam UMC PAW page for the full program, registration details and updates.