Postdoctoral Classifications
Postdoctoral classifications (job codes and titles) are determined by the institution and funding source.
A postdoc’s classification determines their benefits.
| Institution | Title | Code | Funding Source | Benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vanderbilt University | Postdoc Scholar, Research | 9145 | Salary | Eligible for VU staff benefits, administered through VU HR |
| Vanderbilt University | Postdoc Scholar, Trainee | 9146 | Stipend | Benefits administered through AHP / Not eligible for other VU benefits |
| Vanderbilt University | Postdoc Associate, Visiting | 9136 | Home institution, country, or organization | Benefits administered through sponsoring home institution, country, or organization |
| Vanderbilt University Medical Center | Research Fellow | 9132 | Salary | Eligible for VUMC Staff benefits, administered through VUMC HR |
| Vanderbilt University Medical Center | Research Fellow Trainee | 9134 | Stipend | Benefits administered through Gallagher / not eligible for other VUMC benefits |
| Vanderbilt University Medical Center | Visiting Research Fellow | 9136 | Home institution, country, or organization | Benefits administered through sponsoring home institution, country, or organization |
For any questions on postdoc classifications, please reach out to opa@vanderbilt.edu.