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Research University Alliance

The Research University Alliance (RUA) brings together 9 universities with the shared goal of diversifying the future professoriate. Supported by NSF-AGEP grants, these universities work to provide professional development and networking opportunities for graduate students and current postdocs. Caltech is a member of RUA, along with Georgia Tech, Harvard, Stanford, UC Berkeley, UCLA, University of Michigan, UT Austin, and University of Washington. Learn more about RUA and the program's history at Caltech.

RUA Programs Available at Caltech

Postdoc Portal
The Postdoc Portal connects graduate students and postdocs from across the country who are looking for postdoc positions with research groups at RUA institutions. Learn more by visiting the Portal at postdocportal.org.
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Research Exchange
The RUA Research Exchange can provide funding for a graduate student or postdoc from Caltech or JPL to visit another RUA institution for up to a week for to learn a new lab technique, build their network and talk about their research. Learn More
Melissa Ramirez, Caltech postdoc, in discussion with Caltech's President Rosenbaum.
Upcoming Events
Interested in finding out more about RUA? Join Caltech RUA participants for a FREE monthly lunch. For more information, contact Nicole Sanchez or Jess Kanwal.
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Professional Development
Caltech RUA participants are invited to attend virtual professional development events. Learn more
Next Event - Faculty Job Search Pre-Launch Series
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Conference
In September 2022, graduate students, postdocs, staff and faculty from across the country gathered at Caltech for workshops, keynote sessions, research talks and networking. Learn more about this great event!
Shirley Malcom speaking at the RUA22 conference
Contact Information and Resources
If you would like more information about RUA @ Caltech, any of our programs or links to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility at Caltech, click here.
Arianne Hunter and Melissa Ramirez, Caltech postdocs, watching RUA22 conference speakers.