Resources for International Postdocs
Important information to know that is unique to the international postdoc experience
Important information to know that is unique to the international postdoc experience
Unpaid vacation is unavailable, so international postdocs are restricted to established paid vacation or sick leave time
International postdocs are not allowed to work remotely from outside the US
The termination period for contracts is only 15 days, leaving little room for finding alternative appointments
Visas
Visas
All immigration related issues for University of Minnesota employees and students are handled by the International Students and Scholars Services, U of MN (ISSS) (consider subscribing to their monthly communications here). Details about the following can be found here:
All immigration related issues for University of Minnesota employees and students are handled by the International Students and Scholars Services, U of MN (ISSS) (consider subscribing to their monthly communications here). Details about the following can be found here:
TN employment visa (Mexican or Canadian citizens)
Taxes
Taxes
The ISSS Tax Resources and Information website is also a useful reference for international scholars for tax related issues.
Additional Useful Resources
Additional Useful Resources
National Postdoctoral Association's International Programs & Resources page and International Postdoc Survival Guide
