MIT’s policies and procedures reflect a commitment to responsible and ethical conduct in the workplace and in the performance of research, with conformance to applicable laws and regulations.
Postdoctoral Position
- Academic Research Staff Appointments: Definitions and key policies related to postdoctoral positions at MIT.
- Salary and Benefits: Summary information related to salary and health benefits for postdoctoral scholars.
- Outside Professional Activities: Because postdocs do not have Permitted Time for consulting work, they must request approval (Touchstone required) before pursuing any outside professional activities.
Institute Policies and Procedures
All members of the MIT community are expected to comply with all Institute Policies and Procedures.
Research Policies
- Research Policies and Procedures: Covers intellectual property, human and animal subjects, outside professional activities, use of MIT name and logo, financial conflicts of interest, and more.
- Security, Integrity and Compliance: Guidance on complying with export control, foreign engagement, (including informal international collaborations), financial conflicts of interest, and research integrity policies and regulations.