by webmaster | Jun 4, 2026 | PD bargaining updates, Postdoc Email Digest
Today the Postdoc unit kicked off bargaining with UW admin in a joint bargaining session with our Research Staff (RS) colleagues. Postdocs showed up to deliver the initial bargaining demands that were ratified by nearly 300 Postdocs. We jointly proposed three articles...
by webmaster | Apr 30, 2026 | PD bargaining updates, Postdoc Email Digest
As Postdocs ourselves, we know you have a lot going on, so we’ll be brief — can you take 30 seconds to ratify our Initial Bargaining Demands (IBDs) today? Ratify the IBDs Ratifying the IBDs is the first step towards winning the strong contract we deserve....
by webmaster | Apr 30, 2026 | Membership Updates, PD bargaining updates, Postdoc Email Digest
Last week, we launched our Initial Bargaining Demands (IBDs) for our next contract. One of our key demands is to protect and support the 40% of UW Postdocs who are international. Navigating the visa and immigration system is already a major burden. Now more than ever,...
by webmaster | Apr 13, 2026 | Membership Updates, PD bargaining updates, Postdoc Email Digest
Postdocs across UW have made it clear — we demand a contract that: Provides Fair and Just Compensation and Benefits Protects and Supports International Postdocs Ensures Parity Regardless of Funding Source Creates a Safe, Equitable, and Accessible Workplace These...
by webmaster | Feb 25, 2026 | Membership Updates, PD bargaining updates, Postdoc Email Digest
I’m Steffi, a Postdoc in the Cooperative Institute for Climate, Ocean, & Ecosystem Studies department here at UW and a mom to a 12-month-old, and I’m writing to remind you to enroll in the Postdoc Caregiver Fund by March 27th! I think Seattle is a wonderful place...
by webmaster | Feb 19, 2026 | Membership Updates, PD bargaining updates, Postdoc Email Digest
Over the past year, we have seen mounting attacks on immigrants workers and scholars around the country. Many international postdocs have voiced that they worry daily about their ability to continue living and working in the UW community. However, the protections...
